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Computer Science

You should major in computer science if:

  • You enjoy working with computers and have a natural understanding of technology.
  • You would like to be fluent in computer programming languages like JavaScript, Python, or C++, or you are interested in learning or strengthening these skills.
  • You’re a logical problem-solver who enjoyed classes like algebra, trigonometry, pre-calculus, and physics in high school.
  • You want to get plenty of hands-on experience programming and debugging code.

Computer scientists are the backbone of the digital workforce. Here at UL Lafayette, you can customize your computer science degree with one of our concentrations:

  • Cloud Computing
  • Computer Engineering
  • Cyber Security
  • Scientific Computing
  • Video Game Design & Development

Whichever you choose, you’ll get experience doing programming, debugging code, and creating products like websites, apps, and data systems.  

 

Computer Science at UL Lafayette

What's Computer Science Like?

  • Lab work
    Rated 3 out of 3
  • Research
    Rated 2 out of 3
  • Group work & collaboration
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  • Writing
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  • Presenting
    Rated 2 out of 3
  • Math & theory
    Rated 3 out of 3

ABET Accredited

The Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology, Inc., is a non-governmental organization that accredits post-secondary education programs in applied and natural science, computing, engineering and engineering technology.

Life as a Computer Science Major

UL Lafayette computer science graduates often take jobs locally at large companies like CGI

Push the Boundaries of Software, Hardware & Human-Computer Interaction

Explore the world of computer science, from circuits to cyberspace, while learning about topics ranging from algorithms and big data to virtual and augmented reality, machine learning, and artificial intelligence. UL Lafayette is in the heart of Louisiana's tech community, with experts in the University’s Center for Business & Information Technologies and in locally-based companies like CGI Technologies & Solutions, Perficient, Inc., and Enquero.

Research Within Your Grasp

Get hands-on experience in research with faculty mentors in our labs, including the Eigen/Lab; Intelligent Systems, Modeling and Simulation (iSMS) Lab; Blockchain Lab; Human-Computer Interaction Lab; AI CyberSafe Innovations Lab; Data & Design Nest; and Applied Research in Internet Cybercrime, Online Resilience & Intelligence Center.

more about our labs & research groups

Study Abroad Opportunities

Earn credit towards your degree while living in another country through UL Lafayette's Study Abroad programs. Travel to Costa Rica, England, France, or Italy.

more about study abroad