Department of Computer Science

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An antique computer
Computing Club presents remote server connection on 2/10/26 Read More.
Foosball CS Tournament
CS Foosball Tournament for graduate students, faculty and staff. Register.
Fall 2025 Graduates
Congratulation Departmental Graduates Summer/Fall 2025 Read More About 2025 Grads.
STLCyberCon conference
CS and IST departments presented the annual STLCyberCon conference, a regional discussion on cybersecurity in the community, academics, industry and government. Sponsored by CrowdStrike and Netskope. See more
Dr. Ahmadzadeh looking for good assistants
Dr. Azim Ahmadzadeh is looking to hire additional research assistants. RA flyer
Dr. Mtibaa Photo
Dr. Mtibaa researching ways to improve networking, security in disaster response Read more on UMSL Daily
Colloquium
Research presentations by two UMSL students See more
Colloquium Nov 20, 2025

The Department of Computer Science offers exciting high-quality degree programs and certificates.

At the undergraduate level, we offer four degrees: computer science, computing technology, cybersecurity and data science. We also offer minor in computer science and certificates in Artificial Intelligence, Computer Programming, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Internet and Web, Mobile Apps and Computing. Students in any of the degree programs, from other departments, or applicants interested in just the certificates can take them to specialize following specific interests. 

At the graduate level, we offer master's in computer science, master’s in cybersecurity as well as a doctoral program in mathematical and computational sciences with an option in computer science covering a wide range of areas including networks and cybersecurity. In addition, we offer graduate certificates: Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Internet and Web, and Mobile Apps and Computing. Certificates can be earned as part of a degree, or separately.

Our programs are a part of the DHS/NSA university recognition for excellence in cybersecurity education, and all programs are STEM designated.

All programs can be completed part-time or full-time. Programs and courses designated evening can be completed with a mix of evening and online options. Programs and courses designated  online can be completed online.  

In the News

Freshman computer science major Viktoria Dimitrova talks to Teaching Professor Jennifer Siciliani about an upcoming study abroad trip she's leading to Greece during the annual Study Abroad Fair.

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Study Abroad Fair exposes UMSL students to world of possibilities as they look to expand their academic experience

Faculty members and former student participants shared information about educational programs in international destinations in Europe, Central America and Asia....
Feb 2