
Computer Science
Computer Science programs at Illinois Tech have the advantage of a software engineering focus. That, along with thorough computer science theory, provide a basis for fundamental technology innovation and long–term career success.
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Beyond the fundamentals, Illinois Tech offers focused study in many areas of computer science with courses in modern concepts including data mining, information security, artificial intelligence, and distributed computing. Formal specializations in information security and in information and knowledge management systems are offered for bachelor’s studies.
Gain a firm foundation in the fundamentals in the latest theories and skills at Chicago’s only tech-focused university.

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
Excel in this field of computer science by combining theory of information and computation with hands-on systems and software design.
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Bachelor of Science in Artificial Intelligence
Illinois Tech is the first university in the Midwest to offer a bachelor's degree in artificial intelligence.
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Bachelor of Science in Computer Information Systems
Combine a solid foundation in computer science with a focus in another discipline to use computers as sophisticated problem-solving tools.
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These rigorous, relevant interdisciplinary degrees combine high-level quantitative education with real world practice. Computational skills such as data analytics, artificial intelligence, and software programming are fruitfully applied to raise communities to new heights.Our Master of Data Science program, one of KD Nuggets Top 15 programs, teaches you how to humanize data, and what you can do to make a difference in your company.
Artificial intelligence is one of the top growth areas in research and the tech industry. Illinois Tech’s Master of Artificial Intelligence program is designed to meet local, national, and global needs for artificial intelligence professionals.
Excel beyond managing cybersecurity risks by specializing in AI security, IoT security, cloud security, or mobile security with Illinois Tech's Master of Cybersecurity.
Explore the depths of computer programming, systems, and theory to prepare for a Ph.D. program or an enhanced career with the Master of Science in Computer Science.
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Illinois Tech Cybersecurity Student Organization Locks Down Record-Breaking National Championship
A team of students from Illinois Institute of Technology’s cybersecurity student organization CyberHawks won the National Centers of Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity Cyber Games National...

Illinois Tech Alumnus Jack Dongarra Wins Turing Award for Pioneering Work in Supercomputing
The Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) has awarded Illinois Institute of Technology alumnus Jack Dongarra (M.S. CS ’73) with its highest honor—the 2021 A.M. Turing Award—for “major...

Driven by Data: Tech-Focused Coursework Lays the Foundation for Career Opportunity
TRANSCRIPT Maggie Barclay (AI/M.A.S. AI 4th Year): One of the things that I find most thrilling is if you’re given a bunch of data, what can you do with it? You can transform that data. You can put it...
SURE: Summer Undergraduate Research Experience
Spend the summer with a computer science or applied mathematics research team in a College of Computing Summer Undergraduate Research Experience (SURE) program.
Elevate Your Computer Science Degree
Illinois Tech’s Elevate Your Future program ensures experiential learning as part of the university experience. This combination of education, guaranteed experiences, and personalized guidance will add up to a great career.
Department of Computer is celebrating our 50th Anniversary. The day's events, included a tribute to Professor Emerita Martha Evens, the inaugural Martha Evens Lecture Series lecture, a panel discussion, campus tours, and more.
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Department of Computer Science
Stuart Building
10 West 31st Street, Room 235
Chicago, IL 60616