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Computer Science

Princeton University

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Overview

Princeton Computer Science master’s admission is handled as a US graduate holistic review for the M.S.E. track. The department emphasizes academic preparation and a strong statement of purpose; GRE General scores are not accepted, and English tests are required only for applicants who do not qualify for an exemption.

Admission criteria

PortfolioLow

No portfolio or prior work-sample portfolio is requested for Computer Science master’s admission.

Bar to clear: Not used by this program

Statement of PurposeHigh

The program requires an academic statement of purpose and gives it very serious consideration when judging fit, goals, and motivation for graduate study.

Bar to clear: Required 1,000-word academic statement of purpose

Academics & GPAHigh

The department reviews transcripts to judge whether the applicant has a strong academic basis for graduate work in computer science or a closely related field.

Bar to clear: Strong transcript in CS/math/engineering; no minimum GPA stated

Test scoresLow

GRE General scores are not accepted. TOEFL or IELTS matter only for applicants who are not exempt from English-proficiency testing; the M.S.E. has a speaking minimum if a test is required.

Bar to clear: TOEFL iBT speaking 28+ or IELTS speaking 8, if required; GRE not accepted