OpenFieldUChicago PhD in Computer Science & AI Systems
Doctoral research conducted within the Department of Computer Science and the Data Science Institute (DSI), investigating machine learning theory, privacy-preserving systems, human-computer interaction, and quantum computer architectures.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, mathematics, or engineering (minimum 3.7 GPA).
- English language proficiency
- Academic IELTS 7.0 or TOEFL iBT 100.
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- GRE optional.
- Thesis / Research statement
- Demonstrated publication record or significant open-source research contributions.
- Recommendation letters
- Three letters of recommendation.
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- 100% Fully funded: $45,500 annual stipend, complete tuition coverage, and U-SHIP health insurance
- Application fee
- $90 application fee
- Tuition / joining costs
- Full tuition waiver included with doctoral fellowship.
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- December 15, 2026 (Fall 2027 admission)
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official The University of Chicago documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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