Computer Science BA, BS
Put yourself at the forefront of technology and innovation.
Future-proof your career with a degree in Computer Science.
Computer Science empowers you to design your own path to success by combining a rigorous scientific education with hands-on experience in cutting edge technology.
In-Demand Careers
- Software engineer
- Computer programmer
- Web developer
- UX designer
- IT project manager
- Video game developer
Why Computer Science? | Why Our Program?
- Our program is housed within the Institute for Cybersecurity & Emerging Technology at Ȧ, a regional center of excellence.
- Small classes and PhD-level faculty provide opportunities for personalized learning and mentorship.
- Minor provides opportunity for students from other majors to enhance their education with a strong foundation in technology.
- Topics include: software engineering; object-oriented design; cybersecurity; web design; artificial intelligence; network architecture.
Two degree options provide flexibility based on career goals. The encourages cross-disciplinary education, combining Computer Science with other majors and/or minors. The is more technologically rigorous, with an emphasis on math and science.
Our Computer Science and Information Systems Faculty
Dr. Lisa Z. Bain
- Professor
Dr. Timothy Henry
- Associate Professor
Hyein Jeong
- Assistant Professor
Scott Lambert
- Associate Professor
Dr. Qian Liu
- Associate Professor
Dr. Suzanne I. Mello-Stark
- Associate Professor
Joyce A. Perry
- Assistant Professor
Ms. Darlene F. Wood
- Assistant Professor
Hear from a Student
Aidan Lowther
“I’m aspiring to go into any kind of computer science job that meshes with biology, such as cyber biosecurity or biotech software development. Getting a computer science degree can cover both those lanes.”
Sought-After Students
Ȧ alum Nick Garvey, a computer science major, with minors in cybersecurity and Web design, says the first thing tech students need to do is explore the field.
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- phone401-456-8009
- placeAlger Hall