School of Computing Sciences and Computer Engineering
School of Computing Sciences and Computer Engineering
Welcome!
Welcome to the School of Computing Sciences and Computer Engineering! By joining us, you鈥檙e becoming a valued member of a dynamic and supportive community. Here, you鈥檒l find a network of dedicated faculty, enthusiastic staff, driven students, and accomplished alumni, all committed to helping you succeed. We鈥檙e excited to embark on this journey with you and look forward to seeing all the amazing things you鈥檒l accomplish.
We offer undergraduate degrees in computer science, information technology, computer engineering, and cybersecurity, along with minors and certificate programs in software engineering, cybersecurity, and computer networking. SWAG视频 has been designated as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense (CAE-CD) by the National Security Agency and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
Two of our programs are offered fully online: the Bachelor of Science in Applied Computer Science and the Bachelor of Applied Science in Cybersecurity. We also have an Accelerated Bachelor of Science to Master of Science pathway that enables students to take six hours of graduate credit before receiving the Bachelor of Science degree. We offer a Master of Science degree in Computer Science and a PhD in Computer Science.
Our faculty consists of researchers known nationally for their innovative work and professionals with real-world industry, military, and government sector work experience.
The School is committed to broadening participation in computing (BPC). We are proud to members of the through which we seek to broaden participation by providing an on-ramp for students from all backgrounds to graduate degrees in computing. View our BPC plan which was the first in Mississippi verified and included on the
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Our Programs
In the School of Computing Sciences and Computer Engineering, you鈥檒l work with faculty to gain hands-on experience in the ever-evolving computing and cybersecurity fields, and gain the skills necessary to succeed in a wide-range of professional domains including full-stack software development, system architecture design, cybersecurity defense, network and system administration, artificial intelligence, and data science. Our Center for Cybersecurity houses the Cyber Innovations Laboratory and the Security and Privacy of Emerging Networks Laboratory which provide collaborative, interdisciplinary research opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students.
For questions about our graduate programs, visit our FAQ page. If you still have questions, you may contact our Graduate Coordinator, Dr. Zhang.
We have a limited number of graduate teaching assistantship positions available each year. Due to the high volume of inquiries, we cannot respond directly to emails asking for a teaching assistantship award. To be considered for a graduate teaching assistantship, complete the form at this
- Computer Engineering BS
- Computer Science BS
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- Available fully online
- Information Technology BS
- Approved as a National Security Agency validated program of study
- Cybersecurity BAS
- The first BAS in Cybersecurity offered in Mississippi
- Available fully online
- Computer Science Minor
- Information Technology Minor
- Applied Cybersecurity (Certificate)
- Computer Networking (Certificate)
- Software Engineering Certificate (Certificate)
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