Overview

Computer Science Students gain a comprehensive foundation in modern computing skills, progressing from low-level systems programming in C++ and assembly to complex data structures, algorithm design, operating systems, and full-stack software development. Beyond mastering technical mechanics, students develop critical competencies in software design architecture, cybersecurity risk management, parallel computing, and ethical AI integration.They work directly alongside distinguished faculty researchers who are active industry leaders and pioneer federal research initiatives. Students collaborate with nationally recognized scholars in dedicated campus research environments conducting hands-on research in malware analysis, network defense, and high-integrity voting systems; exploring machine learning, semantic web technologies, and trustworthy AI architectures; and developing intelligent systems that interpret real-world visual, text, and voice environments. The learning experience culminates in a year-long team capstone project (CMSC 447), where student teams partner directly with real-world industry clients to engineer, build, and deploy production-ready software solutions.

Graduates are prepared to transition directly into technical roles across software development firms, defense contractors, intelligence agencies, technology giants, and financial institutions. Common career titles include software engineer, cybersecurity analyst, systems architect, machine learning developer, data engineer, and DevOps specialist. Top employers for UMBC Computer Science alumni include Amazon, Google, Northrop Grumman, Lockheed Martin, the National Security Agency (NSA), Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL), and T. Rowe Price. The curriculum also provides seamless preparation for top-tier M.S. and Ph.D. programs, supported by an accelerated B.S./M.S. pathway that allows high-achieving undergraduates to complete a master's degree in one additional year.

Key Facts

UMBC computer science graduates are employed by varied businesses*: tech industry leaders, government agencies, the defense industry, and video game design companies. Other major employers include financial technology, transportation, and a variety of other startups.

Many go on to graduate school in top Computer Science and Computer Engineering departments. Career paths include software engineers, database administrators, network architects, computer programmers, web developers and information security analysts.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Computer Science I (C++)
Data Structures
Computer Architecture
Design and Analysis of Algorithms
Computer Networks

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Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Baltimore Highlands, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

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General requirements

If you have or are currently earning your high school/secondary school diploma or equivalent but have not earned college credits at the university level AFTER earning your diploma, you should apply to UMBC as a first-year student.

We weigh a number of factors in making admission decisions. In addition to grade point average and standardized test scores, the strength of your curriculum, class rank, and other achievements as well as your essay will be considered. We expect applicants to have completed a strong college preparatory program of study from an accredited high school/secondary school.

If you have attended a postsecondary institution, such as a college or university, outside the United States, submit course by course credentials evaluated through one of the following evaluation services.

Documents in languages other than English must be accompanied by a certified English translation.

Technological requirements

The UMBC Department of Computer Science and Electrical Engineering requires all incoming freshmen and incoming transfer students to have a laptop computer.

Recommended with discrete GPU
Recommended without discrete GPU
A minimal functional low-cost under $1000 option

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36604 USD / year

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