PH. D. in Computer Sciences (DCC)

General Program Objectives

• Prepare independent researchers with competen- ces, knowledge and skills to identify opportunities, develop and conduct original research projects at the frontier of knowledge.
• Disseminate the results of research and apply the generated knowledge in the technological de- velopment of the country. To be recognized as a Computer Science program with high impact on the productive, educational/academic and social sectors of the country.

• Our Faculty is composed of internationally known researchers, almost all of them belong to CONACYT’s National System of Researchers (NSR).   They study a wide range of areas in computing and artificial intelligence and their application to several domains, including health, biology, finances, cybersecurity, etc.
• Join our students and be part of our international program which allows you to conduct a research stay at universities and research centers around the world.
•  Tecnológico de Monterrey holds accreditations such as: SACS*, CIEES, SEP, and CONACYT**.

* Tecnológico de Monterrey is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call (+1) 404-679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of Tecnológico de Monterrey

** See the accreditation’s validity of our programs and their benefits in accordance with CONACYT’s provisions, at Mexico’s National Quality Graduate Programs official website.

The PhD program in Computer Science is designed for candidates with proven academic ability, creativity, motivation and potential to carry out research projects that culminate in original works that contribute to enrich the field of information technology and computer science.

In the case of DCC, there is an adequate mechanism for selecting applicants that considers the relevant aspects to identify the academic and research profile, necessary for an outstanding performance.

Admission application deadline: October 16, 2026

View the full call for applications here.

The requirements for the Doctoral admission process are:

• Incoming academic: GPA 90/100 or its equivalent on official grading scales, as a reference point for your prior academic record.
• Required academic degree: Bachelor's degree certificate/transcript. See the legalization or apostille requirements in the documents section of the call.
• Graduate Admission Test (PAEP) or GRE equivalent: Valid graduate admission test score.
• Admission interview: You will be interviewed by one or two faculty members; if required, you will also complete an asynchronous interview on the Kira Talent platform.
• Letters of recommendation: In accordance with current institutional guidelines. Two letters are required, using the format available in the online application.
• Research proposal: In accordance with current institutional guidelines.
• Statement of purpose: In accordance with current institutional guidelines.
• English language certification: Required level: B2 on the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) scale. See authorized exams in Annex II.
• Portfolio of evidence: Research experience, academic output, project participation, and evidence of scientific potential.

* This admission process is subject to change without prior notice by the Admissions Committee.

** Admission is the first step; afterwards, you will be able to enroll in your chosen doctoral program.

Tecnológico de Monterrey seeks to integrate in all its graduate programs a new generation of students who have completed their undergraduate studies and who are distinguished by being: talented people, enthusiastic, committed to the development of their environment and the well-being of society; people with the potential to successfully complete their program and become leaders with an entrepreneurial spirit, human sense and internationally competitive.

Academic background: Master’s degree in an area related to the research lines of the program.