Computer Science
Data-Driven Learning. Real-World Applications.
Computer science provides you with a sound theoretical background and the opportunities for individual and collaborative exploration of real-world computing problems.
Whether you choose to pursue a B.S. or a B.A. in Computer Science, you'll find yourself working in state-of-the-art labs while mastering programming languages like Python and Java. Once you've built a foundation, your coursework will center on creating solutions. You'll develop robotics applications, create websites, and engineer software. You'll also take courses in a specific niche preparing you for more specialized opportunities when you graduate.Top Reasons
Highest Paying Major
With a median base salary of $78,000, the New York Federal Reserve Study ranks computer scientists as one of the highest earners out of college.Outstanding Job Placement
Our students land jobs as software engineers, programmer analysts, and web developers with a wide range of organizations including Lockheed Martin, Oak Ridge National Laboratory, and Federal Express.State of the Art Facilities
The Department of Computer Science’s state-of-the-art Carole and Marcus Weinstein Computer Sciences Center houses high-tech classrooms, a cyber range, an AI/Robotics research lab, an esports gaming room, and a makerspace with 3D and laser printers.Cutting-Edge Research Opportunities
Students collaborate with faculty on innovative studies and experiments related to artificial intelligence and machine learning, cybersecurity, data, science, software development, and more.Featured Faculty
Jonathan Cazalas
Moc Spotlight - Santino Miozzi
Clubs And More
The »Ê¼Ò»ªÈË is a community of students who all have a passion for technology and computing. The group participates in the Association for Computational Machinery’s International Collegiate Programming Competition (ICPC), a global competition sponsored by IBM that challenges the performance of today’s computer science and engineering students.
Program Details
AVAILABLE IN:
BA
BS
Minor
Admission Requirements
First-Years
All freshman applicants to »Ê¼Ò»ªÈËs full-time degree programs must submit the following information:
- A completed application form
- An official high school transcript
- SAT and/or ACT scores (unless applying Test-Optional)
- Academic recommendation
Transfers
Applying to »Ê¼Ò»ªÈË as a transfer student is easy.
- A completed application form
- Personal statement
- All official college transcripts
- Social standing form
If transferring less than 24 credits, we also need your:
- Official high school transcript
- SAT and/or ACT scores
Internationals
Program Contact
Associate Professor of Computer Science
Department Chair
The Charles and Mildred Jenkins Chair in Mathematics and Computer Science
Weinstein Computer Science Center - 119
863.680.5058