How to apply
APPLY ONLINE
Submit your application, along with the $75 application fee, and track your application's progress online.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED
Computer Science
We are looking for applicants who have experience (personal, academic, or professional) with programming. A minimum (or equivalent) of 2 semesters in programming courses is required. Equivalent to Virginia Tech's CS 1114 and CS 2114 or to Northern Virginia Community College courses CSC 222 and CSC 223.
- Complete application
- Transcript
- Strong GPA (minimum 3.0 cumulative)
- No GRE Required
- 1 Letter of recommendation
Computer Engineering
We are looking for applicants with a strong math background. Ideally applicants will have completed Calculus I and II.
- Complete application
- Transcript
- Strong GPA (minimum 3.0 cumulative)
- No GRE required
- 2-3 Letters of recommendation
Application DEADLINES
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND COMPUTER ENGINEERING
| DEADLINES | FALL PRIORITY | SPRING PRIORITY |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic Regular Application |
March 1 |
October 1 |
| International Regular Application |
March 1 |
September 1 |
| Accelerated 4+1 Virginia Tech and Partner Schools Application |
May 1 |
December 1 |
For a comprehensive list of computer science deadlines, visit this site.
For a comprehensive list of computer engineering deadlines, visit this site.
Click here for scholarship information. NOTE: All scholarship applications must be submitted no later than the priority application deadline.
APPLYING AS AN INTERNATIONAL STUDENT
International students seeking F-1 or J-1 status may apply only to the Blacksburg and Northern Virginia campuses and may not enroll in executive master's and virtual programs. For more information about applying as an international student, visit our immigration services webpage.
Financial and immigration documents may be submitted after you receive admission into a graduate program.