The Bachelor of Science in Computer Science is accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org.  The B.S. in Computer Science has two options: the professional option and the interdisciplinary option.

ABET Student Outcomes for Undergraduate Students

At the time of graduation, students will have an ability to

  1. Analyze a complex computing problem and to apply principles of computing and other relevant disciplines to identify solutions.
  2. Design, implement, and evaluate a computing-based solution to meet a given set of computing requirements in the context of the program’s discipline.
  3. Communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts.
  4. Recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgments in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles.
  5. Function effectively as a member or leader of a team engaged in activities appropriate to the program’s discipline.
  6. Apply computer science theory and software development fundamentals to produce computing-based solutions.

ABET Program Educational Objectives

Revised PEO Definition: Broad statements that describe what graduates are expected to attain within a few years of graduation. Program educational objectives are based on the needs of the program’s constituencies. 

  1. Our graduates employed in the computing industry will apply principles and practices of computing to successfully meet customer objectives.
  2. Our graduates employed in the computing industry will communicate effectively, and function successfully in diverse teams.
  3. Our graduates employed in the computing industry will serve the computing profession, through activities such as involvement in professional organizations.
  4. Our graduates employed in the computing industry will engage in continuous learning of relevant technological, ethical and societal issues.

Enrollment and Graduation Information

  • Fall 2024 Enrollment: 469 CS majors, 5 Data Science majors, 30 M.S., 7 Cyber M.S., 26 Ph.D.
  • Fall 2023 Enrollment: 526 majors, 27 M.S., 6 Cyber M.S., 18 Ph.D.
  • Fall 2022 Enrollment: 527 majors, 20 M.S., 21 Ph.D.
  • Fall 2021 Enrollment: 509 majors, 20 M.S., 24 Ph.D.
  • Fall 2020 Enrollment: 504 majors (129 First Year, 108 Sophomores, 102 Juniors, 165 Seniors), 10 post-baccalaureate students, 30 M.S., 27 Ph.D.
  • Prior Enrollment Information (Select Term and Report G, Part A)
  • Computer Science Degree Information (all years)

What Makes Us Unique?

We leverage the interdisciplinary nature of computing to provide innovative educational and research opportunities in a beautiful mountain setting.