Johns Hopkins University: Update August 2020: GRE scores will not be required from individuals applying to enter the program in 2021.
University of California-Irvine: The GRE Test Score is required for students planning to program.The university cannot accept GMAT, LSAT, or MCAT scores in place of the GREs. the University of California-Irvine does not require that applicants file scores from any of the various GRE tests available.GRE test results are not valid for than five years.
Cognitive Science
College description: Directed readings on current topics in cognitive science.The perspective the university will take in this class is that the models and experimental paradigms do not only advance the university understanding of the cognitive science, but can also help us advance artificial intelligence and language technologies. The course will assume familiarity with programming and computational modeling frameworks in cognitive science, as covered by Introduction to Computational Cognitive Science or equivalent.Current topics in any area of cognitive science, including language and vision, with discussion of recent developments in theory, experimental study, and computational modeling.Participants in this graduate seminar will read and discuss current research articles in cognitive neuropsychology of vision or language, and present their own research.Readings and research presentations on varying topics in mathematics, computation, and formal linguistics with bearing on cognitive science.Essential for Teaching Assistants to satisfy graduate degree TA requirements.
The following materials are required for the MA in Cognitive Science application. All required application materials must be submitted online, on time, and in English to be reviewed for admission.
Resume or CV: Include relevant background and research experience.
Update August 2020: GRE scores will not be required from individuals applying to enter the program in 2021.
TOEFL/IELTS: Non-native speakers of English must submit TOEFL or IELTS scores.
Statement of Purpose: This should include specific academic interests the applicant wishes to pursue.
Optional but not required for MA applicants: Personal Statement, Sample of Work.
Scientific Aims: Specify the research project’s purpose
Cognitive Sciences Ph.D.
College description: Cognitive science is a multidisciplinary field integrating behavioral research, computational models, and neuroscience.
All applicants for the PhD programs must apply online using the UCI Online Application for Graduate Admissions.
The deadline to submit your online application is December 2.
The following items are required as part of the graduate application:
1. Application Fee (subject to change) - Current fee is $105 for U.S. Citizens and lawful U.S. Permanent Residents, and $125 for all other applicants beginning for the Fall '17 quarter of admission.
2. GRE scores
3. TOEFL or IELTS
4. Three (3) Letters of Recommendation
5. Transcripts
Biological Sciences
College description: Cognitive Science is the interdisciplinary study of the mind, drawing on work in Linguistics, Linguistic Anthropology, Computer Science, Psychology, Philosophy and Education. The Program in Linguistics and Cognitive Science offers a Bachelor of Arts degree in linguistics as well as a minor in Linguistics and a minor in Cognitive Science.
Demonstration of English proficiency , where required
Application form and admission deposit
Official transcripts are only required upon admission.
If applicant do not have the names of three recommenders, indicate “TBD” on the recommender section in the application.
If applicant choose online recommendation submission, recommenders will automatically be sent the online recommendation form once applicant save their information in their application.
The statement of purpose is “the heart of the application”. Their statement should be focused, informative, and convey their research interests and qualifications.
The PhD Programs in Biology require that applicants present scores of the GRE General Test. GRE scores are valid for five years.
The University at Albany requires a non-refundable application fee in the amount of $75.
BS degree in Biology, Biochemistry or Molecular Biology from an accredited institution
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