MS in Computer Science

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Letters of recommendation should be written by faculty members with whom you have studied, who can assess your academic work, intellectual ability, the academic potential for graduate work, address your suitability for the program, and your ability to commit to the rigorous curriculum. You may also submit letters of recommendation from current or former supervisors. Personal references are not appropriate.

The purpose of the Personal Statement is for you to share more about your past experiences and to discuss how these experiences have contributed to your personal and professional growth. It allows the applicant the opportunity to explain to the admission committee the distinct qualities and commitment they can bring to their department and to the overall Columbia Engineering community. We recommend that your Personal Statement be between 250 and 1,000 words. A few topics that you may want to address in your Personal Statement include: Describe how your background has prepared you to pursue an advanced degree in the field of engineering or applied science at Columbia University. -Describe the reasons you are interested in this program and discuss any relevant past experience. -If you have relevant work or research experience, please indicate how it helped you decide on your career path. -What are your post-graduation plans or career goals? -What do you hope to gain from this program? -What about this program excites you? -If there are any special circumstances that need to be brought to the attention of the Admission Committee, please include that information.

This document should outline clearly and briefly the following: -Employment held (include the title of jobs and start/end dates) -Research activities -Academic honors, including fellowships you have been awarded -Volunteer or community service -Extracurricular activities -Honorary societies, awards for service or leadership you have received -Publications

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