What’s Your Next Breakthrough?
Choose the graduate path that fits your research focus and career goals—whether advancing algorithms, extracting insight from complex data, or accelerating simulations at scale.
Choose Your Graduate Pathway
At Vanderbilt, graduate study turns computing into a launchpad for discovery and leadership. Whether you aim to distill insight from data, engineer scalable systems, or pioneer new theory through original research, you’ll work with world‑class faculty in cutting‑edge labs and tailor your journey to fit your ambitions. Explore the programs below to see where your next breakthrough begins.
Featured Programs
Computer Science (M.S.)
Engineer scalable systems and intelligent algorithms through rigorous coursework in computing foundations and interdisciplinary research. Work in modern abs and high‑performance networks to solve real‑world challenges.
Computer Science (Ph.D)
Advance the frontier of computing by pairing advanced study with original, faculty‑mentored research. Produce a dissertation that launches a career of scholarly leadership in academia or industry.
Data Science (M.S.)
Transform complex data into discovery in an immersive, on‑campus program that fuses statistics and computing. Develop critical thinking, clear communication, and domain expertise—skills prized across data‑driven industries.
Research that connects
Immersive Data Storytelling
Vanderbilt’s AI driving simulator helps neurodivergent teens and young adults overcome the licensing hurdles faced by 60% of autistic learners.
NFL Big Data Bowl
The NFL Big Data Bowl presented a unique challenge for leveraging data science to enhance the understanding of football.
With Vanderbilt’s ‘dare to grow’ spirit, the College of Connected Computing has everything it needs to become a technology destination for the world’s brightest scholars, the most influential companies and the boldest innovators of our time.
Why CCC for Graduate Study?
Computing powers every discipline, Vanderbilt powers your trajectory. Leverage Nashville’s innovation ecosystem, cross-campus collaborations, and resources that scale your research from idea to impact.
Meet the minds you’ll work beside.
Collaborate with faculty leading breakthroughs in systems, AI/ML, medical imaging, visualization and more. Explore labs, publications and open graduate positions.
Ready to Apply?
Submit your application to Vanderbilt’s College of Connected Computing graduate programs. Applications are now open.
What’s Your Next Connection?
Join a cohort that codes, analyzes and creates across every Vanderbilt discipline. Fall 2026 seats are limited, see the deadlines below and everything else you need to know.