OpenFieldPh.D. in Computer Science (Courant Institute)
Elite doctoral training at the Courant Institute of Mathematical Sciences covering machine learning, deep learning theory, computer graphics, cryptography, and natural language processing.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- 3.7+ undergraduate GPA in computer science or mathematics
- English language proficiency
- TOEFL 100+ or IELTS 7.5
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Optional for CS
- Thesis / Research statement
- Statement of academic purpose and research publications sample
- Recommendation letters
- Three letters of recommendation
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- MacCracken Fellowship providing full tuition, comprehensive healthcare, and $45,000+ annual living stipend for five years
- Application fee
- $120
- Tuition / joining costs
- 100% covered by fellowship
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- December 12, 2026
- Last source review
- 2026-10-16
Important verification note
Facts reflect official New York University documentation reviewed 2026-10-16. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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