UMSL Computer Science

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

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Spring 2025 Graduates — Congratulation Departmental Graduates Spring 2025 Read More About 2025 Grads.

Dr. Mtibaa Photo — Dr. Mtibaa researching ways to improve networking, security in disaster response Read more on UMSL Daily

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An antique computer — Computing Club presents Git and GitLab talk 10/29/2025. Read More.

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 can be completed with a mix of evening and online options. Programs and courses designated can be completed online.