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School of Computer Science
A natural habitat for tech-heads with big plans and bold ideas.
"I just got here and I felt that vibe. I knew it was where I should be. "
It takes a logical mind and a bold spirit to move the world forward.
Develop the next earth-shattering app. Discover a new computational theory. Disrupt the tech world. You can make that happen in the School of Computer Science. Our undergraduate programs — among the best and oldest in the country — give you the strong foundation you need to make your mark in industry or academia and stay current, even as technology changes.
First Year Experience
You’ll spend your first year immersed in courses that explore the foundational and theoretical underpinnings of computer science. The best computer scientists in the world will teach you how to think computationally and solve complex problems, giving you the tools you need to secure an internship or even do research with just one year under your belt.
Class of 2023, Six Months After Graduation
94%
Employed or in Grad School
$149,498
Average Salary
Recent Employers and Further Education
Amazon
Jane Street
Microsoft
High School Course Requirements
*Four years of mathematics should include at least algebra, geometry, trigonometry, analytic geometry, elementary functions (pre-calculus) and preferably calculus. Advanced mathematics courses are encouraged, especially a course in calculus.