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Computer Science Degree (B.S.)

A Hands-On Learning Program with IBM Connections

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Discover Your Future in Tech at Marist!

You're invited to Marist's Technology Open House on Saturday, Nov. 7, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.!
 
You'll get the chance to learn more about all of the majors we offer in the Computing Technology department: Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Games & Emerging Media, Information Technology & Systems, and Data Science & Analytics. Meet faculty, connect with current students, and see firsthand the clubs, activities, and research they’re involved in. You'll also have the opportunity to tour our world-class facilities in the Hancock Center and enjoy lunch with members of the School of Computer Science and Mathematics.

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Why study Computer Science at Marist University?

The Computer Science program at Marist University prepares students to design, develop, and evaluate software and computing systems. Students create software solutions, conduct technical research, and apply computational thinking through hands-on projects and collaborative experiences. Learning takes place in advanced technology laboratories and research environments supported by industry partnerships. The program prepares graduates for careers in software development, cloud computing, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and related fields.

Program Distinctions

Flexible Curriculum Pathways

Flexible pathways including concentrations in Software Development and Game Design and Programming, as well as dual degree options in information systems and software development.

Leadership in Artificial Intelligence

Faculty-led AI research spans public opinion, accessibility, education, and ethics. Marist's leadership in the Marist+AI Initiative helped earn recognition as one of the"15 Best Colleges Preparing Students for the AI Economy" (Town & Country).

Premier Facilities

Access to advanced facilities including the Enterprise Computing Research Lab, Internet of Things Lab, Cloud Computing and Analytics Center, and Security Operations Center.

Decades of Partnership with IBM

Through more than 50 years of collaboration through the Marist-IBM partnership, the Marist-IBM Innovation Incubator gives students opportunities to engage in research, emerging technologies, and industry-connected projects.


Technology Open House

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.

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Tailor Your Academic Experience to Fit Your Passion

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.

Learn and Apply Computer Science with Leaders in the Field

Not only are Computer Science program 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 Computer Science program faculty >

Marilyn Kienzle

Serving as Director of Enterprise Computing Education, Marilyn has over 25 years of experience working with IBM mainframes, both as a software engineer and a systems programmer, in various roles such as customer technical support, technical education for beta programs, and mainframe systems administration.

Alan Labouseur

A recipient of the Marist Board of Trustees’ Faculty Award for Distinguished Teaching, Dr. Labouseur co-invented the subfield of Dynamic Data Quality, which, along with research interests in large-scale graph databases and cybersecurity analytics, keeps him busy inside and outside the classroom.

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Innovative Technology Provides Hands-On Experience

Regardless of your interests and career goals, Marist has developed a wide range of labs and facilities to provide hands-on learning opportunities. Work with IBM professionals in our Cloud Computing and Analytics Center, research the cybersecurity of products in our Internet of Things Lab (pictured), conduct research in our Enterprise Computing Research Lab, and practice hacking and breach prevention in our Security Operations Center.

Students benefit from numerous experiential learning opportunities, including working in Marist's Internet of Things lab on projects such as cybersecurity studies of smart doorbells, light bulbs, vacuum cleaners, drones, biomedical appliances, and more.

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Tap Into Our Marist-IBM Partnership

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. The Marist-IBM Innovation Incubator provides students access to the IBM z17 mainframe with advanced AI computing capabilities to support research, application development, and experiential learning. 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 during and after their time at Marist.

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What kind of jobs can you get with a Computer Science degree?

A Computer Science degree can prepare graduates for careers in software development, cloud engineering, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, game development, and more. At Marist, students gain hands-on experience through research labs, industry partnerships, and experiential learning opportunities that support careers across a wide range of computer science and technology fields. Marist's rigorous curriculum, experiences, and dedicated faculty will prepare students for success on any career path. Below are only a few examples of some of the major institutions and corporations that Marist's Computer Science degree students have worked with:

  • Apple
  • Facebook
  • FBI
  • Goldman Sachs
  • Google
  • IBM
  • J.P. Morgan
  • Lenovo
  • MLB
  • Morgan Stanley
  • Tesla
  • Verizon
 

Computer Science at Marist by the Numbers

#1
FASTEST
GROWING

According to Business Insider, software developers rank #1 among the fastest-growing, high-paying careers in the U.S., with computer and information systems managers also in the top 10 at #7.

$125K+
AVERAGE
WAGE

The average wage for students with degrees in Computer Science is $125K+ and is growing by nearly 2.8%, according to Data USA.

280K
JOB OPENINGS
ANNUALLY

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that on average, 280,000 openings are projected each year for computer and information technology occupations.

Marist University's Computer Science Degree Frequently Asked Questions

What classes do you take for computer science?

Students majoring in Computer Science typically take foundational courses in programming, software development, algorithms, databases, cybersecurity, networks, data structures, and computer systems. At Marist, students combine their foundational coursework with hands-on projects and research opportunities to help develop technical skills and gain real-world experience. Furthermore, Marist Computer Science majors can concentrate in Software Development or Game Design and Programming, while gaining hands-on experience in areas such as cloud computing, cybersecurity, enterprise computing, artificial intelligence, and Internet of Things technologies through specialized labs and research projects.

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How important is a college's partnership with tech companies like IBM?

A college's partnership with major technology companies can provide students with valuable access to industry experiences, research opportunities, internships, networking, and modern technologies. Marist's longstanding partnership with IBM provides Computer Science students with significant opportunities. The Marist-IBM Innovation Incubator provides students access to the IBM z17 mainframe with advanced AI computing capabilities to support research, application development, and experiential learning. 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 during and after their time at Marist. These experiences help students apply classroom knowledge to real-world technology challenges before graduation.

Learn more about the Marist-IBM Innovation Incubator > 

Students majoring in Computer Science typically take foundational courses in programming, software development, algorithms, databases, cybersecurity, networks, data structures, and computer systems. At Marist, students combine their foundational coursework with hands-on projects and research opportunities to help develop technical skills and gain real-world experience. Furthermore, Marist Computer Science majors can concentrate in Software Development or Game Design and Programming, while gaining hands-on experience in areas such as cloud computing, cybersecurity, enterprise computing, artificial intelligence, and Internet of Things technologies through specialized labs and research projects.

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A college's partnership with major technology companies can provide students with valuable access to industry experiences, research opportunities, internships, networking, and modern technologies. Marist's longstanding partnership with IBM provides Computer Science students with significant opportunities. The Marist-IBM Innovation Incubator provides students access to the IBM z17 mainframe with advanced AI computing capabilities to support research, application development, and experiential learning. 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 during and after their time at Marist. These experiences help students apply classroom knowledge to real-world technology challenges before graduation.

Learn more about the Marist-IBM Innovation Incubator > 

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Deciding to transfer to Marist was so easy -- everyone here cares so much about you. Marist is a place that’s really never short of opportunities!

Shea DeCaro

Computer Science Major

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I wanted to do something that has more of a meaning, more of an outcome. When you look back at your life, you realize, it’s not how much money you have, it’s how you influenced change.

Ian Marsh

Dual Major in Computer Science and Cybersecurity

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Of all the colleges I applied to and was accepted to, Marist really checked off all the boxes. I loved the campus, the ITS program was perfect for me, and I liked that Marist had a liberal arts focus–I didn’t want to go to a school where everything was 100 percent tech and engineering.

Victoria Cameron

Information Technology and Systems Major, Computer Science Minor

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Presenting at IBM TechConnect put the research that myself and my co-workers were doing at the Marist-IBM Joint Study into a larger context. Whatever your goal is in coming to Marist for computer science (whether it be to go into the workforce or to do research), there is something here for you.

Graham Burek

Computer Science Major, Software Development Concentration, Mathematics Minor

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Being able to present our work at IBM’s TechConnect competition was an amazing experience. I felt a sense of accomplishment and deep appreciation for both the Marist-IBM Joint Study and individuals who work with us.

Vallie Joseph

Computer Science Major, Concentration Software Development, Information Technology, Information Science, and Games and Emerging Media Minors

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I secured an internship with the software company, Workday, located outside of San Francisco. That kind of internship experience helped me to realize that I really enjoy research more than I do at a regular kind of desk job.

Brendon Boldt

Dual Major in Computer Science and Philosophy, Mathematics Minor

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At Marist, I got the opportunity to work for the Data Science department as a lead AI student scientist. I like to think that everything happens for a reason. Now, I am working side by side with faculty developing an AI powered chatbot with state-of-the-art Natural Language Processing (NLP) skills which will ultimately be incorporated to a robot who will serve as a robot assistant for Marist.

Augusto González Bonorino

Dual Major Data Science & Analytics and Economics, Minors in Computer Science and Mathematics

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The department of Computer Science and Mathematics has provided me with so many opportunities that I am not sure I would have been able to have elsewhere. From working in the IBM Joint Study during my freshman summer, to completing independent projects with excellent teachers, getting data center experience under my belt in Hancock and even on the main floor at IBM, or simply spending time in the Hancock atrium conversing with faculty and peers.

Murray Coueslant

Computer Science Major, Minors in Information Technology and Information Systems

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