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Department of Computer ScienceFive-year BS/MS ProgramWhat is the BS/MS Program?The BS/MS Program in Computer Science is an academic program that allows participants to obtainboth a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Computing (CCS) and aMaster of Science in Computer Science in 5 years. Participants are allowed to take graduate courses inComputer Science during the final year of their B.S. degree, which can be used toward satisfying M.S.degree requirements.Why should I apply?There are several reasons a student may consider applying to the BS/MS program:ooooBy completing a Master of Science degree, your knowledge of Computer Science will bedeeper, better preparing you, and your résumé, for success in industry.You will experience the excitement of participating in cutting edge Computer Science research.BS/MS students save time and money by completing their Master’s degree in one additionalyear instead of two.Approximately 1,000 applications are submitted each year for our MS programs during theannual formal application cycle. The BS/MS program gives high-achieving UCSB students anopportunity to be considered for our graduate program as part of a much smaller applicantpool.Who is eligible to apply?If you want to acquire an advanced degree in Computer Science, or think that you may want to do so,then you should immediately set your academic goals high enough for admission to the program.oooEligible applicants are in their third year; i.e. have, ideally, at least 3 undergraduate quartersremaining.Applicants must have completed at least 3 upper division courses.Admission is offered to our most accomplished and creative undergraduates; acceptance to theBS/MS program is an honor. Applicants must have a minimum 3.0 overall GPA to be considered,successful applicants generally have a GPA of at least a 3.5.If you are a prospective applicant, you should visit the Computer Science Advising Office at thebeginning of your third year, as you will need to plan your schedule differently than undergraduateswith terminal B.S. degrees.7/15/20

Planning for BS/MSSecond YearFormulate your career goals as clearly as you can and determine which academic program will best meetthose goals. You may wish to consult with Computer Science faculty to help with this formulation, as well asyour course planning.Third YearBegin speaking with an advisor about how you should plan your courses this year to prepare for thepossibility of taking graduate courses in your fourth year. During the final quarter of your third year, you willsubmit your BS/MS application to the Computer Science Department. Please note that exceptions can bemade for students who have accelerated their program and play to finish by the end of their 3rd year.Fourth YearIn order to complete the program in 5 years, you must plan to take 2-3 graduate courses during your fourthyear. Graduate courses are generally twice as much work as undergraduate classes, so you will need to planyour schedule accordingly. Once you are in your final quarter of your undergraduate degree, you MUSTrequest to advance to graduate standing. Strict deadlines exist, so please schedule a meeting with the CSUndergraduate Advisor the quarter before for a degree audit, and with the CS Graduate Advisor to informthem of your intentions.Master’s/Fifth YearYou will work with the CS Graduate Advisor to make sure you understand and meet all requirements. Pleasenote that MS students are required to be in graduate standing for a minimum of 3 quarters in order to begranted their MS degree. While most BS/MS students finish both degrees in 5 years, this is not a strict rule.How to ApplySubmit the BS/MS application to the Department of Computer Science during the last quarter of your thirdyear (NOTE: Transfer students please see the CS Department regarding this requirement). We only acceptapplications once per year. The completed application packet includes:1. Three letters of recommendation, preferably from Computer Science faculty, submitted directly tothe CS Graduate Student Advisor.2. A statement of purpose: what are your academic and career goals? What has prepared you toachieve these goals?3. A statement of personal achievements: what challenges have you faced in your academic or personallife that you’ve overcome? What factors have made your achievements exceptional?4. An unofficial transcript downloaded through GOLD (an official transcript will be required whenadvancing to graduate standing).5. A list of your undergraduate major field electives and all courses remaining, at the time ofapplication, to complete your undergraduate degree.6. A proposed MS study plan (Note: Any graduate courses taken prior to admission into the programcannot count towards the MS requirements).2020-2021 APPLICATION DEADLINE: MAY 15, 2021For any questions or information regarding this program, please contact the Graduate Advisor, Karenvan Gool by email kvangool@cs.ucsb.edu, phone (805)-893-4322 or in 2104 HFH from 9-12PM or 1-4PM.7/15/20

BS/MS STUDY PLANThis study plan is not required to be submitted with your application. However, it is important that you plan thenext three years carefully. If you have any questions or would like advice, contact the CS Undergrad Advisor.JUNIOR TAL:TOTAL:Course:SENIOR se:Units:FALLUnits:Get to know facultyApply by deadlineTake at least 2 graduate levelcoursesConfer BS degreeTOTAL:TOTAL:TOTAL:Course:MASTER'S s:Take 2 graduate (200 level)courses per quarterTake 1 seminar (595)Take 8 units of 596 researchand complete projectTOTAL:TOTAL:TOTAL:**Based on project option. Forexam or thesis information,please contact the GraduateAdvisor.7/15/20

Required Application Materials1. Statement, Achievements, and Resume packet, which includes (all materials to be submittedelectronically to the CS Graduate Student advisor):a. Signed Coversheetb. Statement of Purpose: Give a brief statement outlining your reasons for undertaking agraduate program, your particular area of specialization within the major field, your pastacademic work, and your plans for future occupation or profession. Also include anyadditional information that may assist the selection committee in evaluating yourpreparation and aptitude for graduate study at UC Santa Barbara (1-1.5 pgs).c. Statement of Personal Achievements: UC Santa Barbara is interested in a diverse andinclusive graduate student population. Please describe any aspects of your personalbackground, accomplishments, or achievements that you feel are important in evaluatingyour application for graduate study. For example, please describe if you haveexperienced economic challenges in achieving higher education, such as beingfinancially responsible for family members or dependents, having to work significanthours during undergraduate schooling or coming from a family background of limitedincome. Please describe if you have any unusual or varied life experiences that mightcontribute to the diversity of the graduate group, such as fluency in other languages,experience living in bicultural communities, academic research focused on cultural,societal or educational problems as they affect underserved segments of society, orevidence of intention to use the graduate degree toward serving disadvantagedindividuals or populations (1-2 pgs).d. Resume or CV: List your positions of employment or volunteer work/community servicesince high school, either full or part-time, including the hours per week worked and thenature and dates of employment or service (1-2 pgs).2. Three letters of recommendation, preferably from CS faculty:Letters of recommendation should be emailed directly by faculty to the CS GraduateAdvisor by the application deadline.3. Unofficial UCSB transcript:a. An unofficial transcript may be printed or downloaded through GOLD.4. Completed chart (attached):a. All undergraduate major field electives used to meet the relevant elective unitrequirement.b. All undergraduate courses remaining, at the time of application, to complete yourundergraduate degree5. Proposed MS study plan (attached):a. The CS website provides a list of courses applicable to each area (note: when completingthis study plan, please remember that you should plan to take 2-3 graduate level coursesduring your senior year)7/15/20

Coversheet for Statement, Achievements, and Resume/CVName: Perm #: Date:LastFirstUCSB email address: Citizenship: Visa:Current Department: Current College: BABSResearch area of interest (optional):Faculty interests (optional): (1) (2) (3)Are you interested in pursuing a PhD in the future? YNInstructions:Each of the three required documents below should be submitted as separate files. Filenames shouldinclude your name and indicate which document you are submitting, e.g. “lastname firstname-SOP.”Statement of Purpose: Give a brief statement outlining your reasons for undertaking a graduateprogram, your particular area of specialization within the major field, your past academic work, and yourplans for future occupation or profession (1-1.5 pgs).Personal Achievements/Contributions: Please describe any aspects of your personal background,accomplishments, or achievements that you feel are important in evaluating your application forgraduate study (1-2 pgs).Resume or Curriculum Vitae: List your positions of employment or volunteer work/community servicesince high school, either full or part-time, including the hours per week worked and the nature anddates of employment or service (1-2 pgs).If you have discussed your plans for graduate study with any UC Santa Barbara faculty, please list theirnames here:Signature: Date:Please submit completed application to:CS Department Graduate Student AdvisorKaren van Goolkvangool@ucsb.edu7/15/20

Undergraduate Major Field ElectivesName: Perm #: Signature:Telephone:UCSB Email:Expected Date (Quarter/Year) of Graduation (undergraduate):Department: College: BACourse NumberCourse TitleQuarterBSUnitsTOTAL UNITS :Consult the requirements for your degree/admission year for the correct required number of elective units.Undergraduate Courses left to finish BS/BA degree (this list should includeeverything listed above plus any GEs left to complete):Course No.Course TitleUnitsCourse No.Course TitleUnits7/15/20

Tentative Study Plan for the Master of Science DegreeName: UCSB Email: Perm #:Choose One:ThesisExamProjectMAJOR COURSESMajor Area(choose one)CourseApplicationsFoundationsSystemsBREADTH REQUIREMENTS (List S Total number of units: 42 (upper-division orabove excluding CS 193) Take 4 CS graduate courses from major A CS graduate course must be taken fromeach of the other 2 areas Same course cannot be used to satisfy bothmajor area and breadth requirements Receive at least a B in all major area courses Take 2 to 6 units of 595 research seminar(595N: Faculty Research Seminar does notcount toward this requirement)Thesis Additional Requirements At most 12 units of 596 and 598 may be usedtowards unit requirementSEMINAR COURSES595Comprehensive Exam Add’l Requirements Take 12 units which are 100-level (excluding193) or 200 level courses2 of which must be graduate courses(200 level)Project Additional RequirementsADDITIONAL COURSES Graduate(200-level)Take 6 units of 596 Directed ResearchSubmit a project completed under permanentfaculty directionTake at least 2 additional 200 level graduatecoursesUndergraduate(100-level)except 193596 / 5987/15/20

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