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PhD in Computer Science

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One of the largest private universities in the country, Boston University educates approximately 16,000 undergraduate students each year. Nearly 3,900 faculty members teach in 250 programs of study at 17 schools and colleges.

In 2018, U.S. News & World Report ranked BU 37th in the nation and 39th among global universities. The faculty features a Pulitzer Prize winner, a MacArthur fellow, a former US Poet Laureate, and dozens of Guggenheim fellows. The student-faculty ratio is 10:1 and the average class size is 27. BU is a member of the Association of American Universities, an invitation-only group of North America’s most prestigious research universities. One of only four Boston-area members, BU boasts particular interdisciplinary breadth and depth of excellence in cloud computing and cyber security; engineering biology; infectious diseases; neuroscience; photonics; urban policy; education; and the humanities. It’s not unusual to find undergraduates in the cutting-edge labs and work spaces of prominent researchers tackling life-changing challenges.

Recognized around the world, the University fields applications for admission from students representing over 150 countries. By the same token, thousands of Terriers get their passports stamped every year for study, research, and internships on all seven continents. Once they graduate, BU students are among the most employable in the country and the world—5th and 6th, respectively, according to Times Higher Education. BU is implementing a University-wide general education curriculum called the BU Hub, which ensures every graduate will possess the essential knowledge, skills, and habits of mind needed to think deeply, generate new ideas, and put them into action, particularly within the context of a hyper-fast, globally connected world.

On campus, daily life is a swirl of languages, faces, and religions, with 450+ student clubs, countless shows and lectures, a state-of-the-art fitness center, a slew of pubs and restaurants, and 22 varsity athletic teams, including the thrills and spills of Terrier hockey.

The University is nestled in the heart of Boston, a hotbed of high tech and biomedicine, and the birthplace of American history, serving as an extended classroom for students, offering study, internships, and professional opportunities with some of the world’s most influential leaders in fields from art to finance to biotech. It’s no wonder BU is called “Boston’s university.”

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The largest university in Boston and the fourth-largest private educational institution in the country, Boston University counts some 15,000 graduate students among its student body.

Nearly 3,900 faculty members teach at 17 schools and colleges and when not at the front of the classroom, they can be found at BU’s 125+ research centers and institutes and 2,326 laboratories spread across three city campuses. The faculty features a Pulitzer Prize winner, a MacArthur fellow, a former US Poet Laureate, and dozens of Guggenheim fellows. BU is a major, global research institution and a member of the Association of American Universities, an invitation-only group of 62 of North America’s most prestigious research universities. One of only four Boston-area members, BU boasts particular interdisciplinary breadth and depth of excellence in cloud computing and cyber security; engineering biology; infectious diseases; neuroscience; photonics; urban policy; education; and the humanities. Home also to a medical school and teaching hospital, in FY2017 BU landed more than $400M in federal research dollars. In the commercial sector, some 200 companies are developing and selling products based on BU discoveries.

U.S. News & World Report for 2019 ranked numerous BU graduate programs among the country’s top 50: Sargent College’s occupational therapy program (#1), School of Public Health’s program (#10), Business (#42), Education (#34), Law (#22), Engineering (#34), Biomedical Engineering (#12), Medical Research (#29), Medical Primary Care (#26), Social Work (#10), as well as graduate programs in Computer Science, Math, Physics, Economics, Psychology, and Sociology.

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• Computational Sciences PhD

Reach the highest level of academic achievement in mathematical modeling, machine learning, and theoretical computer science.

Computational Science is concerned with the construction of mathematical models to solve problems in science, technology, engineering and mathematics. This is accomplished through the design and implementation of numerical, probabilistic and statistical models, machine learning and theoretical computer science. The methods and applications are necessarily cross disciplinary.

A typical example is the use of topological data analysis—which has roots in algebraic topology in pure mathematics—to analyze protein data or large data clouds. Other examples include environmental modeling via image processing, risk management and forecasting in finance via stochastic simulations, which in turn can be used in computational biology to understand the roles of non-coding RNA in cancer.

The Computational Sciences PhD Program at UMass Boston coordinates and promotes multidisciplinary exchange of ideas among researchers and graduate students. The program involves faculty and graduate students in various departments at the College of Sciences and Mathematics. Departments currently participating in the program include: Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Engineering, Physics and Mathematics. The program is built on the existing strong scientific collaborations among faculty and industry partners. Graduates from the program are expected to be competitive for securing positions in academia or at companies seeking expertise in data analytics and high-end implementation of computational modeling.

You can select from the following tracks:

• Data Analytics
• Bioinformatics
• Computational Physics

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Applicants must also meet general graduate admission requirements in addition to the following program-specific requirements:

• Applicants will be required to determine the track they are interested in pursuing (Data Analytics, Bioinformatics, or Computational Physics) and demonstrate adequate preparation at the undergraduate level in the form of relevant coursework and research experience.
• Given the multi-disciplinary nature of the Computational Science program, we expect that our applicants will be undergraduates with bachelor of science degrees in computer science, mathematics, biology, chemistry, physics, or graduates with master’s degrees in these areas.
• Applicants are required to take the general GRE test.
• The program requires three letters of recommendation submitted with the application.

Transfer Requirements

Students who transfer to the Computational Science program will receive transfer credit or advanced standing for their previous work if they can demonstrate course equivalency. Credits for previous work will be given at the discretion of the Program Committee. Transfer students will still be required to pass written and oral qualifying exams and fulfill all other candidacy requirements.

Deadlines & Cost

Deadlines: February 1 (priority deadline) or June 15 (final deadline) for fall; October 1 (priority deadline) or December 1 (final deadline) for spring

Application Fee: The nonrefundable application fee is $75. UMass Boston alumni and current students that plan to complete degree requirements prior to graduate enrollment can submit the application without paying the application fee.

Program Cost Information: Bursar's website

Core Courses (16 Credits)

• MATH 625 - Numerical Analysis 4 Credit(s)
• MATH 626 - Numerical Linear Algebra& 4 Credit(s)
• MATH 647 - Probability Models 4 Credit(s)
• MATH 648 - Computational Statistics 4 Credit(s)

Track Courses (15 to 18 Credits)

Complete five courses. Three courses from your declared track and one course from each of the other two tracks.

Data Analytics Courses:

• CS 624 - Analysis of Algorithms 3 Credit(s)
• CS 670 - Artificial Intelligence 3 Credit(s)
• CS 671 - Machine Learning 3 Credit(s)
• CS 724 - Topics in Algorithm Theory and Design 3 Credit(s)

Computational Physics Courses:

• PHYSIC 610 - Topics in Medical Imaging 4 Credit(s)
• PHYSIC 611 - Theory of Classical Mechanics and Fluid Mechanics 4 Credit(s)
• PHYSIC 616 - Mathematical Methods for Physicists 4 Credit(s)
• PHYSIC 638 - Quantum Measurement Theory 4 Credit(s)
• BIOL 370 Molecular Biology (see Undergraduate Catalog)
• BIOL 625 - Genomics and Biotechnology 3 Credit(s)
• BIOL 664 - Bioinformatics for Molecular Biologists 3 Credit(s)
• BIOL 674 - Cell Signaling 3 Credit(s)
• CS 612 - Algorithms in Bioinformatics 3 Credit(s)

Bioinformatics Courses:

Electives (9 to 12 Credits)

Complete three courses from below. Additional track courses from above may be applied toward this requirement with permission of the graduate program director.

• BIOL 615 - Immunology 3 Credit(s)
• BIOL 677 - Advanced Eukaryotic Genetics 3 Credit(s)
• BIOL 681 - Network Biology 3 Credit(s)
• CHEM 601 - Thermodynamics & Kinetics 4 Credit(s)
• CHEM 602 - Quantum Mechanics & Spectroscopy 4 Credit(s)
• CS 630 - Database Management Systems 3 Credit(s)
• CS 636 - Database Application Development 3 Credit(s)
• CS 680 - Object-Oriented Design and Programming 3 Credit(s)
• CS 681 - Object-Oriented Software Development 3 Credit(s)
• CS 682 - Software Development Laboratory I 3 Credit(s)

Research Seminars (4 Credits)

Consult with you advisor for course options.

Dissertation (20 Credits)

Complete 20 credits of dissertation research by registering for a science dissertation course to be approved by your faculty advisor.

Graduation Criteria

Complete 64 to 70 credits from at least 15 courses including 40 credits of course work from four core courses, five track courses, three electives, and four credits of research seminar; and 20 credits of dissertation research.

Track: Students must choose a track in data analytics, bioinformatics, or computational physics. Doctoral candidacy: Pass a comprehensive examination after completion of 30 credits of course work. This examination consists of two parts: written and oral. Passing the written examination is a prerequisite to enter the oral examination. Dissertation: Compose and defend a dissertation based on original research.

Minimum grade: No course with a grade below B may be applied toward program requirements. Statute of limitations: Seven years.

Graduate Program Director Kourosh Zarringhalam kourosh.zarringhalam [at] umb.edu (617) 287-7486

Student Success Program Coordinator Velina Batchvarov velina.batchvarov [at] umb.edu (617) 287-3283

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MS in CS Admissions

Advance to the forefront of computer science.

The field of computer science fuels innovation and drives change around the world. It’s no wonder demand is intense for experts with deep, fundamental understanding of computer and information systems. With a Master of Science in Computer Science from Boston University, you can take your place at the forefront of computing research, education, or industry.

By completing just eight graduate-level courses in our rigorous MS program, you’ll acquire an in-depth knowledge of theory, software, systems, and applications. You’ll also gain expertise through hands-on experience, working with world-class faculty members. And you’ll do it all in Boston – a thriving, global hub of computer research.

While not required, MS candidates may complete a master’s project or thesis. Projects are carried out with the approval of, and under the supervision of, a faculty member. A master’s project can be expanded into a master’s thesis, which requires two faculty readers.

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MS admissions decisions are reviewed on a rolling basis.  All applications and materials should be submitted electronically through the  Graduate School of Arts & Sciences . Please note that the application fee must be paid for an application to be processed.

MS Application Deadlines

• Fall semester admission: March 15
• We no longer offer spring admissions

Scholarships

The Department of Computer Science is committed to making our professional MS degree accessible to a wide variety of students. To help with tuition costs, we offer scholarships ranging from $5,000 to $30,000 for full-time study.

All admitted students will be considered for these awards – no separate application is required. If you are selected for an award, you will be notified at the time of your admission.

In the interest of growing a more diverse student body, the we focus on three main categories when awarding MS  scholarships :

• Under-represented minorities
• Women and female-identifying students
• High-achieving students

These awards require that the recipient maintain a GPA of 3.0 or higher throughout their studies.

Commitment to Diversity

Beyond our scholarships, the BU Department of Computer Science is continually evolving to make our programs more accessible to diverse communities. To aid in this commitment, we are honored to have been selected as a 2019 BRAID Affiliate School .

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You may request Financial Aid on the graduate application.

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