Datasets:

rohan3998

/

univ3

like 0

For UC Berkeley: Can I submit more than three letters of recommendation Answer: The online application will allow you to submit more than three letters of recommendation. However, there is no guarantee that more than three letters will be read. Also keep in mind that submitting three good letters and one bad letter will put your application at a disadvantage.

For UC Berkeley: Can I submit more than three letters of recommendation

The online application will allow you to submit more than three letters of recommendation. However, there is no guarantee that more than three letters will be read. Also keep in mind that submitting three good letters and one bad letter will put your application at a disadvantage.

For UC Berkeley: Who should write my letters of recommendation Answer: Recommendations from professors are highly preferred, however letters from employers in industry or outside academia are acceptable. Regardless of who the recommender is, the letter should demonstrate your academic and research ability and potential.

For UC Berkeley: Who should write my letters of recommendation

Recommendations from professors are highly preferred, however letters from employers in industry or outside academia are acceptable. Regardless of who the recommender is, the letter should demonstrate your academic and research ability and potential.

For UC Berkeley: What should be included in my letters of recommendation Answer: Your recommenders are asked to give their personal impressions of your intellectual ability, your aptitude in research or professional skills, your character, and the quality of your previous work and potential for future productive scholarship.

For UC Berkeley: What should be included in my letters of recommendation

Your recommenders are asked to give their personal impressions of your intellectual ability, your aptitude in research or professional skills, your character, and the quality of your previous work and potential for future productive scholarship.

For UC Berkeley: What does it mean to waive access to my letters of recommendation Answer: Applicants who waive the right to access a letter of recommendation means that they have not and will not view or inspect the letter. Instead, the letter remains private between the recommender and the admissions committee. Applicants choose whether or not to waive the right to inspect their letters in the Recommendations section of the application. Please note that the application does not allow you to reverse your waiver decision after you’ve submitted it.

For UC Berkeley: What does it mean to waive access to my letters of recommendation

Applicants who waive the right to access a letter of recommendation means that they have not and will not view or inspect the letter. Instead, the letter remains private between the recommender and the admissions committee. Applicants choose whether or not to waive the right to inspect their letters in the Recommendations section of the application. Please note that the application does not allow you to reverse your waiver decision after you’ve submitted it.

For UC Berkeley: Can my recommenders upload their letters after I’ve submitted my application or after the application deadline, what should I do Answer: The application can continue to receive recommendation letters after you’ve submitted your application and after the deadline. However, the review process begins immediately after the application deadline. If the admissions committee has already reviewed your application before your recommender has submitted their letter, it is not guaranteed that your application will be reviewed again. Therefore, it is highly advised that you contact recommenders at least three months before the application deadline to give them ample time to write and submit their letters by the deadline.

For UC Berkeley: Can my recommenders upload their letters after I’ve submitted my application or after the application deadline, what should I do

The application can continue to receive recommendation letters after you’ve submitted your application and after the deadline. However, the review process begins immediately after the application deadline. If the admissions committee has already reviewed your application before your recommender has submitted their letter, it is not guaranteed that your application will be reviewed again. Therefore, it is highly advised that you contact recommenders at least three months before the application deadline to give them ample time to write and submit their letters by the deadline.

For UC Berkeley: My recommender did not receive the email with the link to upload their recommendation Answer: Ask your recommender to check their SPAM folder for the email containing the recommendation link and instructions. If your recommender still cannot locate this email, contact UC Berkeley’s Graduate Admissions Office at [email protected] and ask for assistance.

For UC Berkeley: My recommender did not receive the email with the link to upload their recommendation

Ask your recommender to check their SPAM folder for the email containing the recommendation link and instructions. If your recommender still cannot locate this email, contact UC Berkeley’s Graduate Admissions Office at [email protected] and ask for assistance.

For UC Berkeley: What is the difference between the Statement of Purpose and Personal History Statement, How long should each essay be Answer: The Statement of Purpose (SOP) is the place for you to discuss your academic goals and research interests. The online application will provide you with some questions to help you write the essay, but other questions we recommend you consider addressing in your SOP are: Why are you applying to this program at UC Berkeley? What do you hope to accomplish at this institution? What are your research goals? How will your research impact you or others? What do you want to do after you receive your degree? The Personal History Statement (PHS) is the place for you to discuss your academic goals and research interests in relation to your background/personal history. In addition to the online application prompt, some other questions you may want to address in your PHS are: How has your background influenced your academic goals, research interests, or desire to go into this field? How can your background help you succeed both in this program and with your future goals? There is no minimum or maximum length requirement for either essay. Though many applicants aim for each essay to be between 500-1000 words or 1-2 pages. It's okay if there is a little overlap of information between the SOP and PHS.

For UC Berkeley: What is the difference between the Statement of Purpose and Personal History Statement, How long should each essay be

The Statement of Purpose (SOP) is the place for you to discuss your academic goals and research interests. The online application will provide you with some questions to help you write the essay, but other questions we recommend you consider addressing in your SOP are: Why are you applying to this program at UC Berkeley? What do you hope to accomplish at this institution? What are your research goals? How will your research impact you or others? What do you want to do after you receive your degree? The Personal History Statement (PHS) is the place for you to discuss your academic goals and research interests in relation to your background/personal history. In addition to the online application prompt, some other questions you may want to address in your PHS are: How has your background influenced your academic goals, research interests, or desire to go into this field? How can your background help you succeed both in this program and with your future goals? There is no minimum or maximum length requirement for either essay. Though many applicants aim for each essay to be between 500-1000 words or 1-2 pages. It's okay if there is a little overlap of information between the SOP and PHS.

For UC Berkeley: How do I apply for campus fellowships, graduate researcher appointments (GSR), or teaching assistantships (GSI) Answer: Applicants to the PhD and MS programs are automatically considered for these types of support. If you are admitted, the details of your financial support will be disclosed at the time of admission.

For UC Berkeley: How do I apply for campus fellowships, graduate researcher appointments (GSR), or teaching assistantships (GSI)

Applicants to the PhD and MS programs are automatically considered for these types of support. If you are admitted, the details of your financial support will be disclosed at the time of admission.

For UC Berkeley: What is the process to reapply to the EECS Department, Can I reactivate an old application Answer: All previous applicants must submit a completed new online application and pay the application fee. Applicants must re-submit all their materials with their online application in order for it to be complete. It's highly recommended that these materials be new or updated, including letters of recommendation, Statement of Purpose, Personal History Statement, and the Resume/CV. New TOEFL/IELTS scores will need to be submitted if your previous scores expired. Once your new application and items are submitted, if you applied to an EECS Department graduate program within the past two years, then your most recent previous application will be linked to your new application.

For UC Berkeley: What is the process to reapply to the EECS Department, Can I reactivate an old application

All previous applicants must submit a completed new online application and pay the application fee. Applicants must re-submit all their materials with their online application in order for it to be complete. It's highly recommended that these materials be new or updated, including letters of recommendation, Statement of Purpose, Personal History Statement, and the Resume/CV. New TOEFL/IELTS scores will need to be submitted if your previous scores expired. Once your new application and items are submitted, if you applied to an EECS Department graduate program within the past two years, then your most recent previous application will be linked to your new application.

For UC Berkeley: Can you update any documents, test scores or information after I have submitted my application Answer: No, even if you submit the application before the deadline, we cannot update your application after you have submitted it. Please make sure to check that your application is complete and all information and materials are correct before you submit.

For UC Berkeley: Can you update any documents, test scores or information after I have submitted my application

No, even if you submit the application before the deadline, we cannot update your application after you have submitted it. Please make sure to check that your application is complete and all information and materials are correct before you submit.

For UC Berkeley: When does the application review begin Answer: The application review begins immediately after the application deadline.

For UC Berkeley: When does the application review begin

The application review begins immediately after the application deadline.

For UC Berkeley: How do I check my application status Answer: Once you submit your online application, you will receive an email confirming your submission. You may log back into your application to monitor the status of the materials received or processed such as fee waivers, test scores, letters of recommendation, and admission decision.

For UC Berkeley: How do I check my application status

Once you submit your online application, you will receive an email confirming your submission. You may log back into your application to monitor the status of the materials received or processed such as fee waivers, test scores, letters of recommendation, and admission decision.

For UC Berkeley: When and how will I be notified regarding my admission status Answer: All admission decisions will be sent via email by April 1st.

For UC Berkeley: When and how will I be notified regarding my admission status

All admission decisions will be sent via email by April 1st.

For UC Berkeley: Who should I contact if I’m experiencing technical difficulties with the application Answer: If you experience technical difficulty when applying online, please send an email describing the problem to UC Berkeley’s Graduate Admissions Office at [email protected].

For UC Berkeley: Who should I contact if I’m experiencing technical difficulties with the application

If you experience technical difficulty when applying online, please send an email describing the problem to UC Berkeley’s Graduate Admissions Office at [email protected].

For UC Berkeley: How long does it take to complete the MS degree or PhD degree Answer: Please see our Research-Oriented Graduate Degree Programs.

For UC Berkeley: How long does it take to complete the MS degree or PhD degree

Please see our Research-Oriented Graduate Degree Programs.

For UC Berkeley: Where can I find the coursework and degree requirements for MS and PhD students Answer: Please see the Information for Current Graduate Students.

For UC Berkeley: Where can I find the coursework and degree requirements for MS and PhD students

Please see the Information for Current Graduate Students.

For UC Berkeley: What type of financial support is available for MS and PhD students Answer: All incoming students to our doctoral programs (MS/PhD and PhD) and most incoming students to our two-year MS program are offered support, however we also encourage students to apply for external fellowships. Applications are reviewed on the same basis regardless of an applicant's financial background.

For UC Berkeley: What type of financial support is available for MS and PhD students

All incoming students to our doctoral programs (MS/PhD and PhD) and most incoming students to our two-year MS program are offered support, however we also encourage students to apply for external fellowships. Applications are reviewed on the same basis regardless of an applicant's financial background.

For UC Berkeley: What type of financial support is available for international students in the MS and PhD program Answer: International students who are seeking an MS or a PhD are given the same financial considerations that domestic students.

For UC Berkeley: What type of financial support is available for international students in the MS and PhD program

International students who are seeking an MS or a PhD are given the same financial considerations that domestic students.

For UC Berkeley: Can current UC Berkeley graduate students add an MS or a PhD degree from the EECS Department Answer: PhD-only students in the EECS Department may petition to add an EECS Department MS degree. However, terminal master’s students in the EECS Department must apply through regular admission should they also wish to receive a PhD degree from the EECS Department. UC Berkeley graduate students who are not in the EECS Department must apply through regular admission to add an MS or a PhD degree from the EECS Department.

For UC Berkeley: Can current UC Berkeley graduate students add an MS or a PhD degree from the EECS Department

PhD-only students in the EECS Department may petition to add an EECS Department MS degree. However, terminal master’s students in the EECS Department must apply through regular admission should they also wish to receive a PhD degree from the EECS Department. UC Berkeley graduate students who are not in the EECS Department must apply through regular admission to add an MS or a PhD degree from the EECS Department.

For UC Berkeley: Can graduate students in the EECS Department change their program division Answer: Students who wish to change their program division (from CS to EE or vice-versa) can petition to do so with approval from an appropriate faculty advisor. Please note that newly admitted students must wait until they start their graduate program to submit this petition.

For UC Berkeley: Can graduate students in the EECS Department change their program division

Students who wish to change their program division (from CS to EE or vice-versa) can petition to do so with approval from an appropriate faculty advisor. Please note that newly admitted students must wait until they start their graduate program to submit this petition.

For UC Berkeley: Can graduate students in the EECS Department transfer credit from another university Answer: Students can petition to transfer relevant coursework from another institution. MS students can petition up to 4 semester units (6 quarter units) of coursework towards their course requirements. MS/PhD and PhD students can petition up to 12 semester units (18 quarter units) of coursework toward their course requirements. Coursework petitions must be approved by the student’s advisor and Graduate Vice Chair in order for units to officially transfer. Approval of transfer units is never guaranteed and units that were used to complete a bachelor's degree will not be accepted. Please note that newly admitted students must wait until they start their graduate program to submit this petition.

For UC Berkeley: Can graduate students in the EECS Department transfer credit from another university

Students can petition to transfer relevant coursework from another institution. MS students can petition up to 4 semester units (6 quarter units) of coursework towards their course requirements. MS/PhD and PhD students can petition up to 12 semester units (18 quarter units) of coursework toward their course requirements. Coursework petitions must be approved by the student’s advisor and Graduate Vice Chair in order for units to officially transfer. Approval of transfer units is never guaranteed and units that were used to complete a bachelor's degree will not be accepted. Please note that newly admitted students must wait until they start their graduate program to submit this petition.

For CMU: Can I make changes to my online application after it has been submitted Answer: ,"For most programs you may make changes to your submitted application up until the application deadline, Dec. 13, 2023, at 3 p.m. EST. Note: If you have applied to the Language Technologies programs or M.S. in Machine Learning or Robotics programs, you cannot make revisions to your application after it has been submitted."

For CMU: Can I make changes to my online application after it has been submitted

,"For most programs you may make changes to your submitted application up until the application deadline, Dec. 13, 2023, at 3 p.m. EST. Note: If you have applied to the Language Technologies programs or M.S. in Machine Learning or Robotics programs, you cannot make revisions to your application after it has been submitted."

For CMU: What if all my supporting documents do not arrive by the deadline Answer: ,"These may not be considered in the review of your application. It is your responsibility to make certain that your application is complete, and that the required materials reach us by the established deadline."

For CMU: What if all my supporting documents do not arrive by the deadline

,"These may not be considered in the review of your application. It is your responsibility to make certain that your application is complete, and that the required materials reach us by the established deadline."

For CMU: Can I submit my application even if I haven't received all of my letters of recommendation Answer: ,"Yes, do not wait to submit due to recommenders. We prefer that your recommenders submit their letters by the application deadline, but it is ok if they arrive a few days late."

For CMU: Can I submit my application even if I haven't received all of my letters of recommendation

,"Yes, do not wait to submit due to recommenders. We prefer that your recommenders submit their letters by the application deadline, but it is ok if they arrive a few days late."

For CMU: Is there spring admission Answer: ,"Most of our programs only have a fall admission. See our Graduate Admissions Overview page for exceptions."

For CMU: Is there spring admission

,"Most of our programs only have a fall admission. See our Graduate Admissions Overview page for exceptions."

For CMU: If I applied last year and was not admitted, can I reapply this year Answer: ,"Yes. However, you must complete a new application and upload all application materials again."

For CMU: If I applied last year and was not admitted, can I reapply this year

,"Yes. However, you must complete a new application and upload all application materials again."

For CMU: Should I contact faculty members directly Answer: ,"You are free to contact professors with specific questions about their research. However, we request that you not ask to be accepted by a particular faculty member as a student, since under our admissions You may obtain email addresses for anyone in the School of Computer Science from the directory." system individual faculty members do not make admissions decisions. Selection is made by the Admissions Committee, and students are not assigned an advisor until the beginning of the fall semester. This happens after students have an opportunity to attend project presentations by all faculty.

For CMU: Should I contact faculty members directly

,"You are free to contact professors with specific questions about their research. However, we request that you not ask to be accepted by a particular faculty member as a student, since under our admissions You may obtain email addresses for anyone in the School of Computer Science from the directory." system individual faculty members do not make admissions decisions. Selection is made by the Admissions Committee, and students are not assigned an advisor until the beginning of the fall semester. This happens after students have an opportunity to attend project presentations by all faculty.

For CMU: What is my User ID Answer: ,"Your user ID is the email address that you use to login to the application. Note that this email address will be used for all correspondence from us and for your letter of notification. Make certain that it will be valid through the following year."

For CMU: What is my User ID

,"Your user ID is the email address that you use to login to the application. Note that this email address will be used for all correspondence from us and for your letter of notification. Make certain that it will be valid through the following year."

For CMU: Are there additional financial aid forms to complete Answer: ,"No."

For CMU: Are there additional financial aid forms to complete

,"No."

For CMU: Will I be considered for financial support if I am admitted into a master's program Answer: ,"No, master's programs generally do not offer financial aid."

For CMU: Will I be considered for financial support if I am admitted into a master's program

,"No, master's programs generally do not offer financial aid."

For CMU: Will I be considered for financial support if I am admitted into a Ph.D. program Answer: ,"Yes. Ph.D. students will receive financial support (tuition, fees, monthly stipend) from a variety of sources, including CMU research assistantships, outside fellowships and government grants (e.g., NSF or other government institutions). Students are encouraged to apply for outside funding and fellowships; research assistantships are available for students without their own funding."

For CMU: Will I be considered for financial support if I am admitted into a Ph.D. program

,"Yes. Ph.D. students will receive financial support (tuition, fees, monthly stipend) from a variety of sources, including CMU research assistantships, outside fellowships and government grants (e.g., NSF or other government institutions). Students are encouraged to apply for outside funding and fellowships; research assistantships are available for students without their own funding."

For CMU: What if I cannot afford to pay the application fee Answer: ,"We expect all applicants to submit payment with their online application. However, we do waive the required fee under certain circumstances. Fees for application to a limited number of our programs can be waived for participants in certain programs. In addition, if you are unable to pay the application fee, SCS will consider a fee waiver request. Visit the SCS Fee Waivers page for more information."

For CMU: What if I cannot afford to pay the application fee

,"We expect all applicants to submit payment with their online application. However, we do waive the required fee under certain circumstances. Fees for application to a limited number of our programs can be waived for participants in certain programs. In addition, if you are unable to pay the application fee, SCS will consider a fee waiver request. Visit the SCS Fee Waivers page for more information."

For CMU: How can I pay the application fee Answer: ,"You must pay the fee by credit card. We do not accept cash or check."

For CMU: How can I pay the application fee

,"You must pay the fee by credit card. We do not accept cash or check."

For CMU: I submitted my application payment, but it is not working. What can I do Answer: ,"If your application payment is unsuccessful for any reason, the payment page will automatically reset so that the payment button will reappear. Wait and try again 10 minutes after your initial payment."

For CMU: I submitted my application payment, but it is not working. What can I do

,"If your application payment is unsuccessful for any reason, the payment page will automatically reset so that the payment button will reappear. Wait and try again 10 minutes after your initial payment."

For CMU: How do I obtain an I-20 form Answer: ,"Refer to the Office of International Education page. This page contains a wealth of information for international students accepted to CMU."

For CMU: How do I obtain an I-20 form

,"Refer to the Office of International Education page. This page contains a wealth of information for international students accepted to CMU."

For CMU: I do not have a visa, but will need to apply for one. What do I select under Residency Status Answer: ,"Select the one that will most closely match your status when you arrive on campus."

For CMU: I do not have a visa, but will need to apply for one. What do I select under Residency Status

,"Select the one that will most closely match your status when you arrive on campus."

For CMU: What should I provide as my current address Answer: ,"Use the address where you will be available to receive mail through April. You may enter a permanent address if it differs from your current address. Do NOT enter a PO Box. The acceptance packets are sent by express mail (e.g., FedEx, UPS), and cannot be delivered to a PO Box."

For CMU: What should I provide as my current address

,"Use the address where you will be available to receive mail through April. You may enter a permanent address if it differs from your current address. Do NOT enter a PO Box. The acceptance packets are sent by express mail (e.g., FedEx, UPS), and cannot be delivered to a PO Box."

For CMU: My undergraduate and/or master's degree is from a U.S. institution. Do I need to take the TOEFL again Answer: ,"If you are currently working on or have received a bachelor's and/or a master's degree in the U.S. and your native language is not English, you may submit an expired test score up to five years old. TOEFL scores taken before Sept. 1, 2018, will not be accepted. Important: Applicants applying to MCDS and MHCI are required to submit a TOEFL score taken within the last two years. TOEFL scores taken before Sept. 1, 2021, will not be accepted."

For CMU: My undergraduate and/or master's degree is from a U.S. institution. Do I need to take the TOEFL again

,"If you are currently working on or have received a bachelor's and/or a master's degree in the U.S. and your native language is not English, you may submit an expired test score up to five years old. TOEFL scores taken before Sept. 1, 2018, will not be accepted. Important: Applicants applying to MCDS and MHCI are required to submit a TOEFL score taken within the last two years. TOEFL scores taken before Sept. 1, 2021, will not be accepted."

For CMU: ETS does not hold scores that are over two years old. What can I do Answer: ,"Upload a PDF of your expired score to your application. Be sure that your expired scores meet our requirements."

For CMU: ETS does not hold scores that are over two years old. What can I do

,"Upload a PDF of your expired score to your application. Be sure that your expired scores meet our requirements."

For CMU: My undergraduate degree and master's degree are from a non-U.S. institution. May I submit an expired TOEFL Answer: ,"No. You will need to submit a TOEFL that is not expired. TOEFL scores taken before Sept. 1, 2021, will not be accepted."

For CMU: My undergraduate degree and master's degree are from a non-U.S. institution. May I submit an expired TOEFL

,"No. You will need to submit a TOEFL that is not expired. TOEFL scores taken before Sept. 1, 2021, will not be accepted."

For CMU: My native language is not English, but I studied at an English language school outside the U.S. Do I have to provide English proficiency scores as part of my application Answer: ,"Yes. If you will be studying on an F-1 or J-1 visa, and English is not a native language for you ("native language" meaning spoken at home and since birth), we are required to formally evaluate your English proficiency."

For CMU: My native language is not English, but I studied at an English language school outside the U.S. Do I have to provide English proficiency scores as part of my application

,"Yes. If you will be studying on an F-1 or J-1 visa, and English is not a native language for you ("native language" meaning spoken at home and since birth), we are required to formally evaluate your English proficiency."

For CMU: What version of the TOEFL is accepted Answer: ,"TOEFL iBT, TOEFL iBT Special Home Edition, TOEFL ITP Plus for China (Note: We currently strongly discourage the use of the 'TOEFL ITP Plus for China,' since speaking is not scored. Applicants currently in mainland China are encouraged to take the IELTS test.)"

For CMU: What version of the TOEFL is accepted

,"TOEFL iBT, TOEFL iBT Special Home Edition, TOEFL ITP Plus for China (Note: We currently strongly discourage the use of the 'TOEFL ITP Plus for China,' since speaking is not scored. Applicants currently in mainland China are encouraged to take the IELTS test.)"

For CMU: What is the recommended TOEFL score Answer: ,"A successful applicant will normally have a total iBT score of at least 100."

For CMU: What is the recommended TOEFL score

,"A successful applicant will normally have a total iBT score of at least 100."

For CMU: Do you accept IELTS Answer: ,"We prefer that you take the TOEFL, but we will accept the International English Language Testing System (IELTS). The same restrictions of expiration dates apply with an IELTS."

For CMU: Do you accept IELTS

,"We prefer that you take the TOEFL, but we will accept the International English Language Testing System (IELTS). The same restrictions of expiration dates apply with an IELTS."

For CMU: Do you accept the IELTS Indicator Answer: ,"Yes."

For CMU: Do you accept the IELTS Indicator

,"Yes."

For CMU: Do you accept the IELTS Academic or IELTS General Training Answer: ,"We will accept the IELTS Academic test. The IELTS Academic test is for people applying for higher education in an English-speaking environment."

For CMU: Do you accept the IELTS Academic or IELTS General Training

,"We will accept the IELTS Academic test. The IELTS Academic test is for people applying for higher education in an English-speaking environment."

For CMU: What is the recommended IELTS score Answer: ,"A TOEFL score of 100 is equivalent to an IELTS score of 7."

For CMU: What is the recommended IELTS score

,"A TOEFL score of 100 is equivalent to an IELTS score of 7."

For CMU: Where should I request IELTS to send my score Answer: ,"We accept IELTS scores through E-delivery, please use the information below when setting up your IELTS scores for delivery to our institution. Account Name: Carnegie Mellon University School of Computer Science Address: School of Computer Science 5000 Forbes Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15213 United States"

For CMU: Where should I request IELTS to send my score

,"We accept IELTS scores through E-delivery, please use the information below when setting up your IELTS scores for delivery to our institution. Account Name: Carnegie Mellon University School of Computer Science Address: School of Computer Science 5000 Forbes Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15213 United States"

For CMU: What do I need to know about taking the Duolingo test Answer: ,"We prefer that you take the TOEFL or IELTS, but if you cannot do that, you may take the Duolingo test. Be sure to use the same email address as you plan to use when you apply to a CMU program. Also be sure that Duolingo scores are sent to 'Carnegie Mellon University — Graduate Computer Science Programs.' A Duolingo score of 120 is equivalent to a TOEFL iBT score of 97-102. Important: Make sure to request that Duolingo includes your subscores when they send your test results to Carnegie Mellon University — Graduate Computer Science Programs."

For CMU: What do I need to know about taking the Duolingo test

,"We prefer that you take the TOEFL or IELTS, but if you cannot do that, you may take the Duolingo test. Be sure to use the same email address as you plan to use when you apply to a CMU program. Also be sure that Duolingo scores are sent to 'Carnegie Mellon University — Graduate Computer Science Programs.' A Duolingo score of 120 is equivalent to a TOEFL iBT score of 97-102. Important: Make sure to request that Duolingo includes your subscores when they send your test results to Carnegie Mellon University — Graduate Computer Science Programs."

For CMU: What scores should I enter if I have taken the GRE test more than once Answer: ,"Enter the scores from your most recent test. All scores will appear on the official score report for the committee to review."

For CMU: What scores should I enter if I have taken the GRE test more than once

,"Enter the scores from your most recent test. All scores will appear on the official score report for the committee to review."

For CMU: Is the GRE required Answer: ,"Each program sets its policy on whether GRE scores are required or not. You can read short descriptions of each program's GRE policy on the Graduate Application Instructions page. GRE scores will not be accepted if they are more than five years old."

For CMU: Is the GRE required

,"Each program sets its policy on whether GRE scores are required or not. You can read short descriptions of each program's GRE policy on the Graduate Application Instructions page. GRE scores will not be accepted if they are more than five years old."

For CMU: Is the GRE at Home Test accepted Answer: ,"We generally accept the at home version, but each program sets its own policy. Check the GRE policies list to be sure that the program(s) you are applying to accept the at home version."

For CMU: Is the GRE at Home Test accepted

,"We generally accept the at home version, but each program sets its own policy. Check the GRE policies list to be sure that the program(s) you are applying to accept the at home version."

For CMU: What if I have taken the GMAT Answer: ,"Only the Societal Computing program will accept the GMAT. If you are applying to Societal Computing, enter the date that you took the GMAT in the box provided for the GRE test date. Upload your GMAT test scores in the GRE spot."

For CMU: What if I have taken the GMAT

,"Only the Societal Computing program will accept the GMAT. If you are applying to Societal Computing, enter the date that you took the GMAT in the box provided for the GRE test date. Upload your GMAT test scores in the GRE spot."

For CMU: My school does not provide me with a "major GPA," how should I calculate it Answer: ,"To calculate your 'major GPA,' include the courses that you specified on your major."

For CMU: My school does not provide me with a "major GPA," how should I calculate it

,"To calculate your 'major GPA,' include the courses that you specified on your major."

For CMU: Where do I mail my transcripts and how many should I send Answer: ,"You are not to send your official transcripts until you have been admitted."

For CMU: Where do I mail my transcripts and how many should I send

,"You are not to send your official transcripts until you have been admitted."

For CMU: What if my fall semester grades are not on my transcript by the application deadline Answer: ,"We do not require you to upload a copy of your fall semester grades. If you are admitted, you should send us a final transcript."

For CMU: What if my fall semester grades are not on my transcript by the application deadline

,"We do not require you to upload a copy of your fall semester grades. If you are admitted, you should send us a final transcript."

For CMU: What should I enter in the "Class Rank" field Answer: ,"On the education section of the application, there is the option to enter your class rank. For example, you could enter '2nd of 109 students in Computer Science Department,' or '45 of 1450 students in School of Engineering.' The response here should preferably be short. If you want to give us more details about your ranking, provide it in your resume. Remember that this is an optional field, and you should feel free to leave it blank if you do not have this information or if you do not wish to share it."

For CMU: What should I enter in the "Class Rank" field

,"On the education section of the application, there is the option to enter your class rank. For example, you could enter '2nd of 109 students in Computer Science Department,' or '45 of 1450 students in School of Engineering.' The response here should preferably be short. If you want to give us more details about your ranking, provide it in your resume. Remember that this is an optional field, and you should feel free to leave it blank if you do not have this information or if you do not wish to share it."

For CMU: If I am applying to two programs, can I submit a different Statement of Purpose for each program Answer: ,"Yes. However, if you are submitting different statements, submit them as one PDF file. Be sure to include a table of contents page."

For CMU: If I am applying to two programs, can I submit a different Statement of Purpose for each program

,"Yes. However, if you are submitting different statements, submit them as one PDF file. Be sure to include a table of contents page."

For CMU: What should I do if the deadline is approaching and one or more of my recommenders has not submitted their recommendation Answer: ,"You may send a reminder email to a recommender (but no more than three times and not after the deadline) from your submitted application. You can still submit your application even if you have not received all of your letters of recommendation."

For CMU: What should I do if the deadline is approaching and one or more of my recommenders has not submitted their recommendation

,"You may send a reminder email to a recommender (but no more than three times and not after the deadline) from your submitted application. You can still submit your application even if you have not received all of your letters of recommendation."

For CMU: What if I want to submit more than three letters of recommendation Answer: ,"Three letters of recommendation are required. However, space is provided for you to submit up to five. No more than five will be accepted."

For CMU: What if I want to submit more than three letters of recommendation

,"Three letters of recommendation are required. However, space is provided for you to submit up to five. No more than five will be accepted."

For CMU: Who should I ask to write letters of recommendation for me Answer: ,"The admissions committee wants to know about your ability to do independent research, so you should select letter writers who can best speak to that point. Professors who interacted with you extensively in smaller classes are also a good choice. Employers are sometimes appropriate, but letters that are simply character references will not provide good support for your application. At least two recommendation letters should be from faculty or recent employers."

For CMU: Who should I ask to write letters of recommendation for me

,"The admissions committee wants to know about your ability to do independent research, so you should select letter writers who can best speak to that point. Professors who interacted with you extensively in smaller classes are also a good choice. Employers are sometimes appropriate, but letters that are simply character references will not provide good support for your application. At least two recommendation letters should be from faculty or recent employers."

For CMU: Is it possible to work on a master’s degree part time Answer: ,"Most of our programs require that you be here full time."

For CMU: Is it possible to work on a master’s degree part time

,"Most of our programs require that you be here full time."

For CMU: Can I transfer into a master’s program from another college/university Answer: ,"You may not simply transfer to a program. You must submit an application and be accepted into the program."

For CMU: Can I transfer into a master’s program from another college/university

,"You may not simply transfer to a program. You must submit an application and be accepted into the program."

For CMU: Once I begin a master's program in SCS, is it possible to change to another program Answer: ,"It may be possible to transfer from one program to another after your first year of enrollment, subject to the transfer policy adopted by each program."

For CMU: Once I begin a master's program in SCS, is it possible to change to another program

,"It may be possible to transfer from one program to another after your first year of enrollment, subject to the transfer policy adopted by each program."

For CMU: Will I be considered for financial support if I am admitted Answer: ,"No, master's programs generally do not offer financial aid."

For CMU: Will I be considered for financial support if I am admitted

,"No, master's programs generally do not offer financial aid."

For CMU: Is it possible to work on a Ph.D. part time Answer: ,"Most of our programs require that you be here full time."

For CMU: Is it possible to work on a Ph.D. part time

,"Most of our programs require that you be here full time."

For CMU: Can I apply to a Ph.D. program with only an undergraduate degree Answer: ,"Yes. You do not need a master's degree to apply to a Ph.D. program."

For CMU: Can I apply to a Ph.D. program with only an undergraduate degree

,"Yes. You do not need a master's degree to apply to a Ph.D. program."

For CMU: Can I transfer into a Ph.D. program from another college/university Answer: ,"You may not simply transfer to a program. You must submit an application and be accepted into the program."

For CMU: Can I transfer into a Ph.D. program from another college/university

,"You may not simply transfer to a program. You must submit an application and be accepted into the program."

For CMU: Once I begin a Ph.D. program in SCS, is it possible to change to another program Answer: ,"It may be possible to transfer from one program to another after your first year of enrollment, subject to the transfer policy adopted by each program."

For CMU: Once I begin a Ph.D. program in SCS, is it possible to change to another program

,"It may be possible to transfer from one program to another after your first year of enrollment, subject to the transfer policy adopted by each program."

For CMU: Will I be considered for financial support if I am admitted Answer: ,"Yes. Ph.D. students will receive financial support (tuition, fees, monthly stipend) from a variety of sources, including CMU research assistantships, outside fellowships and government grants (e.g., NSF or other government institutions). Students are encouraged to apply for outside funding and fellowships; research assistantships are available for students without their own funding."

For CMU: Will I be considered for financial support if I am admitted

,"Yes. Ph.D. students will receive financial support (tuition, fees, monthly stipend) from a variety of sources, including CMU research assistantships, outside fellowships and government grants (e.g., NSF or other government institutions). Students are encouraged to apply for outside funding and fellowships; research assistantships are available for students without their own funding."

For CMU: When listing my programs on the application, how will this order affect my admission to each program Answer: ,"The order of preference will not affect your admission. You will be equally viewed by all programs that you apply to."

For CMU: When listing my programs on the application, how will this order affect my admission to each program

,"The order of preference will not affect your admission. You will be equally viewed by all programs that you apply to."

For CMU: How do I apply to either the doctoral track in Algorithms, Combinatorics and Optimization (ACO) or in Pure and Applied Logic (PAL) Answer: ,"If you apply through SCS, you must submit an application to the Ph.D. program in Computer Science. You should state in the first paragraph of your Statement of Purpose that you are interested in either ACO or PAL. If admitted, you will be allowed to choose that program during your first year."

For CMU: How do I apply to either the doctoral track in Algorithms, Combinatorics and Optimization (ACO) or in Pure and Applied Logic (PAL)

,"If you apply through SCS, you must submit an application to the Ph.D. program in Computer Science. You should state in the first paragraph of your Statement of Purpose that you are interested in either ACO or PAL. If admitted, you will be allowed to choose that program during your first year."

For CMU: How and when will I be notified if I am admitted Answer: ,"Our programs make their decisions at various times during February and March. You will be notified directly by each program that you applied to as to whether or not you have been admitted. We realize that waiting is difficult; however, we request that you do not call our offices to inquire about the status of your application."

For CMU: How and when will I be notified if I am admitted

,"Our programs make their decisions at various times during February and March. You will be notified directly by each program that you applied to as to whether or not you have been admitted. We realize that waiting is difficult; however, we request that you do not call our offices to inquire about the status of your application."

For CMU: How do I track the status of my application Answer: ,"Use your user ID and password to access the submitted online application form. Receipt of the required uploaded documents (score reports, transcripts and letters of recommendation) will be indicated in the corresponding section. Allow three to four weeks past the deadline for all documents to be recorded, as it does take time to process each application. Do NOT send email to ask the status of your application."

For CMU: How do I track the status of my application

,"Use your user ID and password to access the submitted online application form. Receipt of the required uploaded documents (score reports, transcripts and letters of recommendation) will be indicated in the corresponding section. Allow three to four weeks past the deadline for all documents to be recorded, as it does take time to process each application. Do NOT send email to ask the status of your application."

For CMU: If I am admitted to a program, can I defer admission Answer: ,"This policy may vary from program to program. After you are admitted, contact your program coordinator."

For CMU: If I am admitted to a program, can I defer admission

,"This policy may vary from program to program. After you are admitted, contact your program coordinator."

For UIUC: My personal information has changed. Can you help me change information on my application Answer: ,"Please email your request to [email protected] or [email protected] (Online MCS applicants only). We will update our departmental database. We cannot update your Graduate College application in Apply Yourself. However, the CS Admissions committee will review your application from our database."

For UIUC: My personal information has changed. Can you help me change information on my application

,"Please email your request to [email protected] or [email protected] (Online MCS applicants only). We will update our departmental database. We cannot update your Graduate College application in Apply Yourself. However, the CS Admissions committee will review your application from our database."

For UIUC: My current email has changed. How could I update my contact information Answer: ,"If your email address changes between submitting your application and the decision deadline, please email your new email address to [email protected]. Include your old email address, your new email address, your first and last name, your date of birth, and your Apply Yourself PIN number in the email message."

For UIUC: My current email has changed. How could I update my contact information

,"If your email address changes between submitting your application and the decision deadline, please email your new email address to [email protected]. Include your old email address, your new email address, your first and last name, your date of birth, and your Apply Yourself PIN number in the email message."

For UIUC: Do I need to submit official transcripts? I have already attached scanned copies of my transcripts to the application. Answer: Official transcripts are not required for the initial application review process. Applicants will be required to submit official credentials (transcripts, academic records, diplomas, certificates of degrees, etc.) only if they are recommended for admission to the Graduate College at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Applicants recommended for admission will be required to submit their official transcripts directly to the Graduate College.

For UIUC: Do I need to submit official transcripts? I have already attached scanned copies of my transcripts to the application.

Official transcripts are not required for the initial application review process. Applicants will be required to submit official credentials (transcripts, academic records, diplomas, certificates of degrees, etc.) only if they are recommended for admission to the Graduate College at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Applicants recommended for admission will be required to submit their official transcripts directly to the Graduate College.

For UIUC: How do I complete the transcripts portion of my application? Answer: To complete your application, please follow the instructions provided by the Graduate College: “Applicants must list in the online application each institution of post-secondary education from which they have earned credit. Applicants must also upload scanned copies of their transcript / academic record (and diplomas or certificates of degrees if the degree is awarded and not listed on the transcript) for each of these institutions to their online application.” Notes: Scanned transcripts must include all grade records and the grading scale used by the institution. (If the grading scale is on the back of the transcript, a separate scanned page should be included.) It is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure uploaded copies are legible and of high resolution. Do not upload password-protected transcripts. If you receive password-protected transcripts from your educational institutions, please print them and scan to a PDF file before uploading. Password-protected transcripts cannot be viewed by our Admissions Committee. If a transcript does not show the degree awarded date for a degree that is already awarded, please include a copy of the diploma/degree certificate that shows the degree was conferred.

For UIUC: How do I complete the transcripts portion of my application?

To complete your application, please follow the instructions provided by the Graduate College: “Applicants must list in the online application each institution of post-secondary education from which they have earned credit. Applicants must also upload scanned copies of their transcript / academic record (and diplomas or certificates of degrees if the degree is awarded and not listed on the transcript) for each of these institutions to their online application.” Notes: Scanned transcripts must include all grade records and the grading scale used by the institution. (If the grading scale is on the back of the transcript, a separate scanned page should be included.) It is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure uploaded copies are legible and of high resolution. Do not upload password-protected transcripts. If you receive password-protected transcripts from your educational institutions, please print them and scan to a PDF file before uploading. Password-protected transcripts cannot be viewed by our Admissions Committee. If a transcript does not show the degree awarded date for a degree that is already awarded, please include a copy of the diploma/degree certificate that shows the degree was conferred.

For UIUC: Do I need to submit Primary and Secondary Education transcripts? Answer: The requested Primary and Secondary Education fields can be useful in determining if an on-campus student qualifies for a TA position. However, you do not need to submit any transcripts for Primary and Secondary Education. Primary education is typically considered any education prior to high-school level and secondary would be any school after primary and prior to undergraduate-level education.

For UIUC: Do I need to submit Primary and Secondary Education transcripts?

The requested Primary and Secondary Education fields can be useful in determining if an on-campus student qualifies for a TA position. However, you do not need to submit any transcripts for Primary and Secondary Education. Primary education is typically considered any education prior to high-school level and secondary would be any school after primary and prior to undergraduate-level education.

For UIUC: I have been offered admission. How do I submit official transcripts? Answer: Submission of Official Academic Credentials (Graduate College policy). “All credentials uploaded to the online application are considered unofficial. You will only be asked to submit official credentials (transcripts, academic records, diplomas, certificates of degrees, etc.) if you are admitted. These must be submitted during your first term of enrollment at the University of Illinois. The University of Illinois reserves the right to require official academic credentials at any time during the admissions process, and to rescind any offer of admission made if discrepancies between unofficial and official transcript(s) are found.”

For UIUC: I have been offered admission. How do I submit official transcripts?

Submission of Official Academic Credentials (Graduate College policy). “All credentials uploaded to the online application are considered unofficial. You will only be asked to submit official credentials (transcripts, academic records, diplomas, certificates of degrees, etc.) if you are admitted. These must be submitted during your first term of enrollment at the University of Illinois. The University of Illinois reserves the right to require official academic credentials at any time during the admissions process, and to rescind any offer of admission made if discrepancies between unofficial and official transcript(s) are found.”

For UIUC: Are third-party evaluations an acceptable substitute for transcripts? Answer: No, third-party evaluations are not accepted for the initial review. Please do not upload third-party evaluations. Scanned copies of transcripts (or mark sheets) showing all grades/marks must be uploaded for the full duration of your academic program.

For UIUC: Are third-party evaluations an acceptable substitute for transcripts?

No, third-party evaluations are not accepted for the initial review. Please do not upload third-party evaluations. Scanned copies of transcripts (or mark sheets) showing all grades/marks must be uploaded for the full duration of your academic program.

For UIUC: Is the Diploma or the Degree Certificate an acceptable substitute for transcripts? Answer: No, the diploma/degree certificate is not an acceptable substitute for transcripts. Scanned copies of transcripts (or mark sheets) showing all grades/marks must be uploaded for the full duration of your academic program.

For UIUC: Is the Diploma or the Degree Certificate an acceptable substitute for transcripts?

No, the diploma/degree certificate is not an acceptable substitute for transcripts. Scanned copies of transcripts (or mark sheets) showing all grades/marks must be uploaded for the full duration of your academic program.

For UIUC: Can I change my list of reference letter writers Answer: ,"Yes, you can request this change by emailing [email protected] or [email protected] (Online MCS applicants only). Your request should include contact information of references to be added (name, email, official position, role in which they write the letter) and/or names to be removed from the current list. (These new letter writers will need to email their reference letters from their official email address to [email protected] or [email protected] (Online MCS applicants only).)"

For UIUC: Can I change my list of reference letter writers

,"Yes, you can request this change by emailing [email protected] or [email protected] (Online MCS applicants only). Your request should include contact information of references to be added (name, email, official position, role in which they write the letter) and/or names to be removed from the current list. (These new letter writers will need to email their reference letters from their official email address to [email protected] or [email protected] (Online MCS applicants only).)"

For UIUC: Can my reference letters be mailed or emailed Answer: ,"Individuals writing letters of recommendation on your behalf should submit their letters through the online application system. Any recommendation letters that are not submitted through the online application system will impact timely processing of your application. If the letter writers are unable to submit letters through the online application system, letters can be emailed directly from the letter writer’s official email address to [email protected] or [email protected] (Online MCS applicants only). Letters will not be accepted if sent from a personal email address. Under extreme circumstances, letters in sealed envelopes can be mailed to the CS Department. However, standard mail should be used only when letters cannot be submitted through the online application system or sent via email to [email protected] or [email protected] (Online MCS applicants only). In such instances, please mail the letters directly to the CS Department at the address listed at the bottom of this page. Any application material received via standard mail can take up to three business days to process."

For UIUC: Can my reference letters be mailed or emailed

,"Individuals writing letters of recommendation on your behalf should submit their letters through the online application system. Any recommendation letters that are not submitted through the online application system will impact timely processing of your application. If the letter writers are unable to submit letters through the online application system, letters can be emailed directly from the letter writer’s official email address to [email protected] or [email protected] (Online MCS applicants only). Letters will not be accepted if sent from a personal email address. Under extreme circumstances, letters in sealed envelopes can be mailed to the CS Department. However, standard mail should be used only when letters cannot be submitted through the online application system or sent via email to [email protected] or [email protected] (Online MCS applicants only). In such instances, please mail the letters directly to the CS Department at the address listed at the bottom of this page. Any application material received via standard mail can take up to three business days to process."

For UIUC: My recommender(s) are unable to submit letters by the deadline. Can you make an exception to the deadline Answer: ,"All application material must be submitted by the deadline. Late letters will be added to your application. But, we cannot guarantee that the admission committee will review late letters. You have the option of asking another recommender to write a letter by the deadline."

For UIUC: My recommender(s) are unable to submit letters by the deadline. Can you make an exception to the deadline

,"All application material must be submitted by the deadline. Late letters will be added to your application. But, we cannot guarantee that the admission committee will review late letters. You have the option of asking another recommender to write a letter by the deadline."

For UIUC: Does Computer Science require GRE scores Answer: ,"No, Computer Science does not require applicants to submit GRE scores. If you would like to submit scores, we recommend that you scan your official score report as a PDF file and attach it to your application. You do NOT need to submit official scores through ETS."

For UIUC: Does Computer Science require GRE scores

,"No, Computer Science does not require applicants to submit GRE scores. If you would like to submit scores, we recommend that you scan your official score report as a PDF file and attach it to your application. You do NOT need to submit official scores through ETS."

For UIUC: I ordered my GRE scores to be submitted to the university. When would the exam scores show as received Answer: ,"It can take more than four weeks from the time you order the scores to be received at the university and matched up with your application. Due to the high volume of application material processed, we are unable to check on the status of scores being submitted. You may upload a scanned PDF copy of the full official score report to your application as 'supplemental material' until official scores are received."

For UIUC: I ordered my GRE scores to be submitted to the university. When would the exam scores show as received

,"It can take more than four weeks from the time you order the scores to be received at the university and matched up with your application. Due to the high volume of application material processed, we are unable to check on the status of scores being submitted. You may upload a scanned PDF copy of the full official score report to your application as 'supplemental material' until official scores are received."

For UIUC: Are there other additional application materials required by Computer Science Answer: ,"There are no other additional material required by Computer Science. All program-specific questions are incorporated in the application form."

For UIUC: Are there other additional application materials required by Computer Science

,"There are no other additional material required by Computer Science. All program-specific questions are incorporated in the application form."

For UIUC: Should I submit a writing sample as part of my application Answer: ,"No writing samples are required."

For UIUC: Should I submit a writing sample as part of my application

,"No writing samples are required."

For UIUC: Is there a word limit for the academic statement of purpose. What are the formatting requirements Answer: ,"No, the personal statement has no word limit and no formatting requirements. It should, however, be precise and free of errors so that your application is strengthened."

For UIUC: Is there a word limit for the academic statement of purpose. What are the formatting requirements

,"No, the personal statement has no word limit and no formatting requirements. It should, however, be precise and free of errors so that your application is strengthened."

For UIUC: Do I need to upload a separate essay for Program-Specific Questions Answer: ,"No, a separate program-specific essay is not needed for any CS graduate program application. However, please be sure to upload your Personal Statement."

For UIUC: Do I need to upload a separate essay for Program-Specific Questions

,"No, a separate program-specific essay is not needed for any CS graduate program application. However, please be sure to upload your Personal Statement."

For UIUC: I am applying to the M.S. or Ph.D. program. Am I required to provide areas of research interest in my application Answer: ,"You are required to identify a minimum of one area and a maximum of three areas that you might be interested in pursuing for research. The application form provides a list of research areas to select from."

For UIUC: I am applying to the M.S. or Ph.D. program. Am I required to provide areas of research interest in my application

,"You are required to identify a minimum of one area and a maximum of three areas that you might be interested in pursuing for research. The application form provides a list of research areas to select from."

For UIUC: I am applying to the M.S. or Ph.D. program. Am I required to provide three faculty names in my application Answer: ,"This is not required. But, we strongly encourage you to identify up to three CS faculty with whom you might want to work if admitted. Please explore the CS faculty profiles on our website if you are not familiar with the research interests of our faculty. CS faculty are also listed by research area."

For UIUC: I am applying to the M.S. or Ph.D. program. Am I required to provide three faculty names in my application

,"This is not required. But, we strongly encourage you to identify up to three CS faculty with whom you might want to work if admitted. Please explore the CS faculty profiles on our website if you are not familiar with the research interests of our faculty. CS faculty are also listed by research area."

For UIUC: Can I upload additional material to my application after the application is submitted Answer: ,"If you wish to upload additional documents, such as recent test scores or a revised resume, you may continue to do so after your application is submitted. Please revisit your application status page to upload additional documents. Please note that full consideration of these documents is not guaranteed if application material is uploaded after the application deadline."

For UIUC: Can I upload additional material to my application after the application is submitted

,"If you wish to upload additional documents, such as recent test scores or a revised resume, you may continue to do so after your application is submitted. Please revisit your application status page to upload additional documents. Please note that full consideration of these documents is not guaranteed if application material is uploaded after the application deadline."

For UIUC: Could the department review my credentials (including past GPAs, full transcripts, test scores) before I submit my application and let me know if I qualify to apply Answer: ,"Due to the high volume of applications received and departmental admission policies, Computer Science does not conduct provisional review of individual credentials. All applications are reviewed by our Admissions Committee after application deadlines have passed."

For UIUC: Could the department review my credentials (including past GPAs, full transcripts, test scores) before I submit my application and let me know if I qualify to apply

,"Due to the high volume of applications received and departmental admission policies, Computer Science does not conduct provisional review of individual credentials. All applications are reviewed by our Admissions Committee after application deadlines have passed."

For UIUC: I am undecided about which graduate program to apply for. Could I apply for more than one CS graduate degree program Answer: ,"If an applicant submits multiple applications to different Computer Science graduate programs, we will ask the applicant to select one application. Please consider your options carefully and submit only one application to the Department of Computer Science."

For UIUC: I am undecided about which graduate program to apply for. Could I apply for more than one CS graduate degree program

,"If an applicant submits multiple applications to different Computer Science graduate programs, we will ask the applicant to select one application. Please consider your options carefully and submit only one application to the Department of Computer Science."

For UIUC: I do not have a Masters degree in Computer Science (or related field). Could I be admitted to the CS PhD program at Illinois Answer: ,"Applicants with a strong CS record can be admitted to the PhD program with only a bachelor's degree."

For UIUC: I do not have a Masters degree in Computer Science (or related field). Could I be admitted to the CS PhD program at Illinois

,"Applicants with a strong CS record can be admitted to the PhD program with only a bachelor's degree."

For UIUC: I have a Masters degree in Computer Science (or Computer Engineering). Could I be admitted to the MS or MCS program at Illinois Answer: ,"Applicants who already hold a Master’s degree in computer science or computer engineering whose degree requirements are equivalent to Illinois Computer Science master’s degree are not eligible to apply for our MS or Professional Master of Computer Science (MCS) degree."

For UIUC: I have a Masters degree in Computer Science (or Computer Engineering). Could I be admitted to the MS or MCS program at Illinois

,"Applicants who already hold a Master’s degree in computer science or computer engineering whose degree requirements are equivalent to Illinois Computer Science master’s degree are not eligible to apply for our MS or Professional Master of Computer Science (MCS) degree."

For UIUC: My undergraduate GPA is below the average quoted on your website. Will my application be reviewed Answer: ,"Our website states the average GPA of admitted students. It is not a minimum.* Our admissions committee considers all the information you provide in your application, GPA, research projects, letters of recommendation, Computer Science course/grades, statement of purpose, etc. The decision to submit an application is personal and must be decided based on the information we provide regarding admissibility. *The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign does require applicants to hold at least a 3.0/4.0 or higher GPA in their undergraduate degree to be eligible for graduate studies on this campus."

For UIUC: My undergraduate GPA is below the average quoted on your website. Will my application be reviewed

,"Our website states the average GPA of admitted students. It is not a minimum.* Our admissions committee considers all the information you provide in your application, GPA, research projects, letters of recommendation, Computer Science course/grades, statement of purpose, etc. The decision to submit an application is personal and must be decided based on the information we provide regarding admissibility. *The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign does require applicants to hold at least a 3.0/4.0 or higher GPA in their undergraduate degree to be eligible for graduate studies on this campus."