Study Doctor of Philosophy in Computing and Information Sciences- Software Engineering at Rochester Institute of Technology in the USA, Golisano College of Computing and Information Sciences
Software remains a key element in most technological breakthroughs. Research in software engineering provides methods, languages, tools, and environments that enables productive, on-budget development of new complex software-intensive systems. Furthermore it helps practitioners improve the quality of the software systems that they build and maintain.
Which department am I in?
Golisano College of Computing and Information Sciences
Study options
Full Time
(8 Semesters)
Tuition fees
US$64,542.00
per year
Student Activities Fee - $470
Start date
August 2027
Venue
RIT - Main Campus
One Lomb Memorial Drive,
Rochester,
New York,
14623, Northeast, United States
Entry requirements
For international students
Submit copies of official transcript(s) (in English) of all previously completed undergraduate and graduate course work, including any transfer credit earned.
Hold a baccalaureate degree (or US equivalent) from an accredited university or college. Since the program encompasses a wide variety of disciplines, students with diverse backgrounds (e.g. engineering, science, humanities, fine arts, business, and disciplines with sufficient computing backgrounds) are encouraged to apply. A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 (or equivalent) is recommended.
Satisfy prerequisite requirements and/or complete foundation courses prior to starting program coursework.
Submit a current resume or curriculum vitae.
Submit a statement of purpose for research which will allow the Admissions Committee to learn the most about you as a prospective researcher.
Submit two letters of recommendation.
Entrance exam requirements: GRE required
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.