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We're known for being the first — for seeing the possibilities in computer science and creating a program that is above the rest.

Our undergraduate program has been accredited by CSAB and now ABET since 1987. This ensures that our curriculum, faculty and facilities are nationally competitive. Our computer science program was named among the best universities in US that produce software professionals.

We offer a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science with concentration areas in:

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

Major courses are taught by Computer Science faculty with M.S. or Ph.D. degrees. In addition to regular coursework, juniors and seniors can engage in independent study or research projects with faculty in specialized areas such as artificial intelligence, computer graphics, database design, and human-computer interaction. Students are also encouraged to pursue internships in industry to gain early professional experience.

Today, more than 550 students are pursuing undergraduate degrees as Computer Science majors in our program, which graduates nearly 70 students each year. Our graduates pursue careers in software development, cybersecurity, data science, video game design, and more. Their education combines a strong theoretical foundation with real-world applications. The program culminates in a Senior Project course, providing students with the opportunity to apply their skills in a team-based setting under the guidance of research faculty or industry mentors.

UL Lafayette has a rich history in the fields of computer sciences and computer engineering. We established the first Association for Computing Machinery student chapter in the country, initiated the first for computer science masters program in the nation as well as the first Ph.D program in the state. Computer science one of our strongest programs, and we're happy that you are interested in being a part of it.

Our ACM alpha chapter is alive and well; it is involved in social and educational activities, including competing in programming contests, Starcraft AI, and training in computer and network security. We also have an active IEEE Computer Science chapter. The department also hosts the annual Louisiana Computer Programming Classic (LCPC) which is a programming contest for high school students.

Graduate studies in computing are offered by the Center for Advanced Computer Studies and a new undergraduate Informatics program is offered by the Informatics program within the School of Informatics and Computer Science.