Graduate Studies

SELECTION CRITERIA

Priority in admissions is given to applicants who already have a master's degree and whose scientific and engineering training is adequate to follow the CSDy Program. Admission decisions are based mainly on:

1. Applicants must have completed a master’s degree in one of the related fields of engineering, computer science, mathematics, statistics, or physics. Master’s degrees with an emphasis in control science and/or dynamical systems can be earned in any of these fields at the University of Minnesota. An applicant with a master’s degree in another area whose scientific, mathematical, and/or engineering background is adequate to pursue the program also is considered. A high level of proficiency in mathematics is necessary to successfully complete the Ph.D. program. Applicants are strongly encouraged to obtain a faculty adviser before formally applying to the program.
2. A satisfactory scholastic average, with a preferred grade-point average (GPA) of 3.0 if you attended an American university. Read more....
3. Graduate Record Examination (GRE) scores are not required for admission, but these scores will be taken into account if they are provided. GRE scores are required for Graduate School Fellowship nominees. Read more .....
4. Students whose native language is not English are required to submit scores from one of the following English proficiency examinations: TOEFL,MELAB or IELTS Read more....
5. Three letters of recommendation are required by the CSDy Program Office. The letters are used in the evaluation of the your application and also in the financial aid evaluation.Contact three of your professors regarding letters of recommendation. Note: At least one letter of recommentation must be from a faculty member familiar with the applicant's previous graduate work. Other recommenders, such as employers, are also acceptable.
6. Statement on career objectives, teaching/research experience, and publications -- if applying for financial aid. Because faculty are drawn from a number of disciplines and student's programs can reflect a variety of emphases, it is important for applicants to clearly specify career goals and program emphasis desired in their application material

The Department seeks students with very strong academic records. Students who have already completed a master's program must have exceptionally strong records to be admitted directly to a Ph.D. program. Recommendation letters from faculty members at an applicant's most recent institution of study are recommended.

Last Modified: 2007-08-27 at 12:50:13 -- this is in International Standard Date and Time Notation