Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering and Computer Science
College of Science, Engineering, and Technology
The Computer Science Program is responsive to the educational needs of its students, offering both B.S. and M.S. degrees. The programs combine thorough preparation in the fundamentals of computing with the opportunity for more advanced work in Computer Science, Information Systems, and Computational Science.
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Message from the Chair
Welcome to the Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering and Computer Science. You have reached the site for the Computer Science Program. Computer Science tools and techniques have provided our world with technological advances and touches every aspect of our lives. Imagine where we would be without computing technology. If you are looking for a field that will provide you with the opportunity to make a significant impact on the world, I invite you to consider majoring in Computer Science. If you are looking for a place that will provide you with educational and professional development experiences, a place that will provide you with a supportive community while you prepare for your future and a place you can call home, I invite you to consider joining us here at Jackson State University where we “Challenge Minds & Change Lives”.
For further information contact Dr. Jacqueline Jackson, Interim Chair (jacqueline.m.jackson@jsums.edu).
The Undergraduate Computer Science Program at JSU is accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org, under the commission’s General Criteria and Program Criteria for Computer Science and Similarly Named Computing Programs.
ABOUT THE PROGRAM
State-Of-The-Art Facility And Instruction
The teaching and research facilities of the Computer Science Program are housed in the Engineering Building. The department features state-of-the-art resources, including multimedia and high performance computers, all connected to the campus network and the Internet.
LEARN BY DOING
Jackson State University has a reputation for producing quality graduates in computer science and enrollment is growing. Our graduates are employed by major companies and government agencies, and often continue their studies in graduate programs. The department seeks students who share our appreciation and desire for intellectual inquiry and challenge. Our programs provide learning experiences designed to help students choose and initiate careers that contribute to the social, cultural, and economical development of the state and the nation.
“Challenging Minds, Changing Lives.”
APPLY YOUR KNOWLEDGE
Gain real-world experience expanding outside of the classroom. Learn how to succeed by facing real challenges within the community
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Computer Science majors have a plethora of career options:
| Software Engineer | QA/Test Engineer | UX Researcher | Product Manager |
| Data Scientist | Web Developer | Cybersecurity Analyst | Database Administrator |
Program Educational Objectives and Student Learning Outcomes
The Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering and Computer Science offers many opportunities to work with well-renowned faculty on innovative technologies.
Want to learn more? Click below to view our objectives & outcomes.
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READY TO JOIN?
For more information, please contact us at (601) 979-2105. We look forward to meeting with you and seeing how our program can help you achieve your goals.
