University designation reflects breadth of global opportunities and bold vision for Marist's next century.
University designation reflects breadth of global opportunities and bold vision for Marist's next century.
University designation reflects breadth of global opportunities and bold vision for Marist's next century.
University designation reflects breadth of global opportunities and bold vision for Marist's next century.
Take Control of Your Future with Computer Science
Through Marist’s Computer Science major, we’ll harness your passion for technology and innovation and turn it into a sustainable career. Our exclusive partnerships with tech institutions, our state-of-the-art labs, and our hands-on computer science and experiences provide the ideal environment to earn your degree in Computer Science and prepare for a successful future.
Sunday, November 12, 2023 @ 10 a.m.
Join us for our Technology Open House to learn more about our technology majors, including Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Data Science & Analytics, Game Design and Programming, and Information Technology and Systems. You'll have the opportunity to hear directly from the Dean of the School of Computer Science and Mathematics, and mingle with our faculty and students in our breakout tours that showcase our facilities.
The Computer Science program at Marist offers numerous opportunities for you to focus your curriculum on your career goals. Along with multiple concentrations and a minor, we also offer two 5-year dual-degree opportunities that allow you to earn both a bachelor’s and a master’s degree in just one extra year.
Not only are our faculty at the top of their field with years of industry experience, but they also care deeply about your future. Our faculty will work closely with you to design your schedules, find internships, and even perform research with you throughout your time at Marist. Meet a few of our faculty below or view all Computing Technology faculty >
Regardless of your interests and career goals, Marist has developed a wide range of labs and facilities designed to provide you with a wide range of hands-on learning opportunities. Work with IBM professionals in our Cloud Computing and Analytics Center, research cybersecurity of products in our Internet of Things Lab (pictured below), conduct research in our Enterprise Computing Research Lab, practice networking skills in our Networking Lab, and practice hacking and preventing breaches in our Security Operations Center.
Recognized as one of the 25 Most Connected Campuses in the U.S. by Princeton Review and Forbes, Marist has garnered meaningful partnerships with major institutions in technology, including IBM. Through the Marist/IBM Joint Study program, you can participate in testing of IBM’s new concepts and technology right here on campus in our Enterprise Computing Lab, our Internet of Things (IoT) Lab, and our Cloud Computing and Analytics Lab. The partnership also grants our students access to conferences like IBM’s TechConnect, resources like IBM’s Open Source Development Lab, and internship and career opportunities for during after your time at Marist.
Whether your career lies in cloud engineering, software design and development, cybersecurity, or anything else, Marist’s technology, experiences, and dedicated faculty will prepare you for success on any career path. Below are only a few examples of some of the major institutions and corporations Computer Science students have worked with:
96% of students who graduate from the School of Computer Science and Mathematics are employed or attending graduate school within 6 months of graduation.
According to Business Insider, software development and software quality assurance analysis and testing are the #1 career paths to go into for the future.
The average wage for students with degrees in Computer Science is just shy of $100K and is growing by nearly 4%, according to Data USA.
At Marist, we pride ourselves on our dedication to providing our students with a well-rounded liberal arts education that prepares them for practical experience and profound success in their field. But don't just take our word for it - the numbers speak for themselves.
*As reported by U.S. News and World Report.
