Stony Brook University offers Master of Science (M.S.) and Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) programs in Computer Science. The M.S. program is designed for students seeking advanced knowledge and skills in computer science, while the Ph.D. program focuses on research and aims to prepare students for academic and research careers. Applicants are expected to have a strong foundation in computer science or related fields.
Applicants with exceptional promise but lacking CS preparation may be admitted to the M.S. program with additional course requirements. Late applications are not accepted. Spring 2026 PhD applications are closed. International MS applicants require an official GRE score unless they hold a post-secondary degree from the US or Canada. Language proficiency test scores are required only if indicated by the Language Proficiency survey in the application. Duolingo is no longer accepted.
The provided fee information is primarily for the School of Medicine. Specific tuition and fee details for the M.S. and Ph.D. programs in Computer Science should be verified directly with the university. International students should be aware of additional costs such as health insurance.