New Student Orientation

Welcome, new graduate students for fall 2021! Please check out the orientation schedule for a look at the events we have planned to help you find your place at CU Boulder. 

Degree Requirements

Master of Science in Computer Science

Master of Science in Technology, Cybersecurity & Policy

Professional Master's in Computer Science

Professional Master's in Network Engineering

Doctor of Philosophy

Forms & Policies

Petition Forms

General Forms

Bachelor's-Accelerated Master's Degree Forms

Master of Science Degree Forms

Doctor of Philosophy Degree Forms

Earning a CS MS as a Non-CS PhD Student

Graduate Handbooks

CS MS and PhD Student Handbook Fall 2021  MS in TCP Student Handbook Fall 2021

  • 2015-16 Handbook: For MS in CS and PhD students admitted during the 2015–2016 academic year.
  • 2016-17 Handbook: For MS in CS and PhD students admitted during the 2016–2017 academic year.
  • 2018-19 Handbook: For MS in CS and PhD students admitted during the 2018–2019 academic year.
  • 2019-20 Handbook: For MS in CS and PhD students admitted during the 2019–2020 academic year.

Professional Internship Credit

As of Fall 2021, graduate students in the Department of Computer science have the option of completing three credits of professional internship credit (CSCI 6930) and count these towards their degree requirement. More information on the Professional Internship credit. For Summer 2021, this course is available to students as INFO 5931 and we will be folloiwng all the requirements of CSCI 6930 and students may count this class towards their degree requirements.

Additional Resources

The Graduate School offers a wealth of academic and campus resources for graduate students. Campus resources include everything from professional development and counseling services, to child care and disability services.

To communicate concerns related to academic issues or academic conflicts, please refer to the Graduate School's grievance process and procedures.