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Computer Science & Engineering

Graduate Programs Producing Tomorrow’s Research Leaders

Since our founding in 1968, the department has been educating the people who make lives better through technology.

From our faculty, to our research program, to our students—our department is among the finest in the country. From our home in Avery Hall and the June and Paul Schorr III Center, we are:
  • conducting state-of-the-art research in software engineering, informatics and systems
  • opening doors and exposing students to the world of computing in order to create tomorrow's technology leaders.

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What does CSE at UNL have for me?

  • Get Paid while you Learn!
    Many students receive teaching or research assistantships, which include a payment of tuition and health insurance.
  • Learn/Develop Cutting Edge Technology
    Get involved in real research projects.
  • Work with Professors One-on-One
    Concentrate on topics that were covered superficially at the undergraduate level.  Many courses are project based...you do independent projects, read research papers, run experiments.
  • Attain Highly Marketable Skills
    You will attain highly-marketable skills that will launch you into a professional career and a life-time of exciting opportunities.

Alumni

After graduating with an M.S. or Ph.D., CSE Alumni go on to teach at other colleges and universities such as Purdue or at companies such as Microsoft, Garmin, Argonne National Laboratory, NASA and Google, to name a few.  Suzette Person, Ph. D., is now a researcher at NASA and CSE Graduate Xiao Qinwon the prestigious NSF CAREER Award.

Why should I choose Lincoln?

Lincoln, Nebraska, has earned a reputation as one of the Midwest’s most beloved cities. A city of nearly 250,000 people, Lincoln offers the ambiance of a friendly small town and the amenities, attractions, and entertainment opportunities of a major metropolitan area. Lincoln is both the state capital and the home of the flagship campus of the University of Nebraska. Efficient transportation, a stable business environment, advanced health care technology, low cost of living, and an excellent educational system are just a few reasons why Lincoln ranks highly in livability studies:

  • Lincoln tied for 9th as America's most livable cities
    - Forbes, 2010
  • Lincoln ranked the 4th best place to raise a family, out of 100 U.S. cities
    - Children's Health Magazine, September 2009
  • Nebraska ranked the 9th state for superb quality of life
    -Forbes, September 2006

Student Organizations

Student Organizations provide a venue for students with similar interests and cultures to gather, to learn from each other, to support one another, and to share perspectives with the broader campus community. Whether the group's focus is academic, professional, or social, student organizations also provide an opportunity for students to network and develop leadership skills.


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Applying for admission to the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL) requires two sequential steps:

  • Step 1:
    • Familiarize yourself with the University’s requirements for admission
    • Fill out the online application for the UNL’s Office of Graduate Studies In response, you will receive:
      • an NUID ID from Graduate Studies and
      • a separate welcoming message from our Graduate Admissions and Management System (GAMES), instructing you on how to sign on to this online system and proceed with the second step.
  • Step 2: After you log on to GAMES, you will be able to provide additional materials and information required by your chosen degree program.
    GAMES is a secure, web-based system that allows you to provide basic information including:
    1. Statement of Purpose describing your goals and plans for graduate school
    2. CV or Resume
    3. Three references who will be asked to submit letters of recommendation electronically through GAMES (In GAMES, you will provide contact information for each reference. You will then be able to send your references an email with a secure link and they'll be able to upload their letters. No hard copies are necessary).

It is important to note that GAMES reflects your application status at the department level. After you have provided all materials required by the department and finalized your application, GAMES will also be a valuable source of information on your application's status.

Application Deadline Dates:

For Financial Consideration
   Fall: January 15    Spring: September 1

Otherwise
   Fall: March 1    Spring: October 1