What you will study
Gain the practical and theoretical principles you’ll need to be successful in computer
science jobs from the University of Central Missouri’s bachelor’s degree in Computer
Science. Throughout the undergraduate program coursework, you’ll apply what you’ve
learned as you dive into algorithms and data structures, network programming, software
engineering and much more. You will also build strong foundations in calculus, probability
and statistics.
Core courses in our bachelor’s of Computer Science program include:
- Computer Programming
- Database Applications
- Operating Systems
- Programming Languages
Broaden and deepen your knowledge and skills with a wide variety of electives in mathematics,
science and other areas that interest you. Delve into artificial intelligence, cloud
computing, game development, mobile apps, software security and more.
At the end of our bachelor’s degree in Computer Science program, you’ll take part
in a senior project course. This will be an opportunity for you to apply what you’ve
learned to a real-world project with our industry partners — valuable experience as
you prepare for computer science jobs.
The program has state-of-the-art computing labs to support both instruction and research
needs. The main lab for computer science program consists of forty Dell computers
running both Linux and Microsoft windows operating systems. Six computer classrooms,
with more than thirty computers each, are ideal for upper classes and special lab
sessions. Lab computers are upgraded regularly. Three student common areas provide a space for students to collaborate on homework
and projects, as well as relax between classes. These rooms are conveniently located
near faculty offices to help establish a community of learners.
The program strives to provide our students with the latest technologies. We offer
both Windows and Linux platforms so that our students are well-prepared for a career
as a software professional under those two leading industry-standard platforms. The
program is a member of the , Oracle Academy, and .
Excellence in Computer Science
- 95%: of UCM bachelor’s of Computer Science graduates are employed or in graduate school
within six months.
- Top 15%: Best Value Colleges for Computer and Information Sciences (College Factual)
Unique learning opportunities in computer science
Learn from leading minds and use the latest technologies to prepare for a field that
is constantly evolving. The University of Central Missouri’s bachelor’s degree in
Computer Science program gives you hands-on experiences that will help you succeed
in today’s tech-driven world. Here are a few examples:
What can you do with a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science from UCM?
Computer science professionals continue to be in high demand. UCM graduates with degrees
in Computer Science are employed at Amazon, Boeing, Cerner, Federal Reserve Bank,
Garmin, Hallmark, Honeywell, Microsoft, Mutual of Omaha, Sprint and many other businesses
and organizations throughout Missouri and across the United States.
Plan your future career in computer science
Discover all the possibilities with a bachelor’s of Computer Science. Use the interactive
tool below to explore job outlooks, salary expectations and more.
Financial assistance options for your BS in Computer Science degree
Earning a valuable degree can be extremely important to your job outlook, but you
also want college to be affordable. The University of Central Missouri has some of
the most competitive tuition rates in the state.
We also offer several ways to finance your college education, including scholarships specifically for Computer Science majors. Here are a few
examples:
- ACM Scholarship
- Brown Scholarship
- Computer Science Achievement Award
- Griffith Scholarship
- Harmon Scholarship
- Kennedy Scholarship
- Moore Scholarship
Meet Jessica B.
BS Computer Science ’16 - Software Engineer II, Cerner Corporation
“My bachelor’s of Computer Science courses taught me relevant industry skills that
enabled me to be successful in my internship and gain full-time employment. My instructors
were knowledgeable and helpful. Some even went above and beyond to support me in reaching
my goals.”
State-of-the-Art Computer Science Facilities
Labs equipped with industry-leading operating systems
More than 200 computers throughout seven labs are equipped with Linux and Microsoft
Windows operating systems, so you’ll have access to the latest technologies as you
pursue your undergraduate program coursework and research. Three student common areas
also provide space for you to collaborate on class assignments and other projects.
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Learn Beyond the Classroom
Join an honor society or student chapter
At the University of Central Missouri, you can join our student chapter of the Association
of Computing Machinery or Upsilon Pi Epsilon, an honor society for computing and information
disciplines. These provide exciting opportunities for you to hear from leading minds
in the profession, attend conferences and participate in statewide and national programming.
Get Involved
Using Computer Science to Predict Risk of Cancer Metastasis
Faculty research is impacting the world
Using radiotherapy in cancer patients is common when physicians are wanting to control
the metastasis or spread of the disease. The research of Zhiguo Zhou, a UCM assistant
professor of computer science, looks at using artificial intelligence to help doctors
predict when patients are at low risk of metastasis.
Explore Zhou’s Research
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