Computer and Information Science, BS

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From Artificial Intelligence to Gaming and Beyond

Students working around a table in RUC Computer and information scientists combine their creativity with a deep knowledge of technology to solve practical challenges in all aspects of our lives. Our Bachelor of Science in Computer and Information Science program at the ÿ�մ�� will immerse you in the field’s most exciting and dynamic disciplines.

Our flexible program lets you choose from four concentrations:

Computer Science
Information Systems
Game Design
Artificial Intelligence

Many courses within each concentration are electives, providing lots of options to tailor your program to align with your personal interests and professional goals.

We also offer a 24-credit .

Where a Computer and Information Science Degree Will Take You

The CIS degree from UM-Dearborn prepares our graduates to excel as software developers, data analysts, system architects, and in a variety of other high-demand roles. Our students also have the opportunity to pursue advanced studies in the field while taking courses.

Computer and Information Research Scientists

Computer Systems Analysts

Information Security Analysts

Database Administrators and Architects

Web Developers and Digital Designers

$140,910 Median Salary

Computer and Information Research Scientists

Employment of computer and information research scientists is projected to grow 26 percent from 2023 to 2033, much faster than the average for all occupations.

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$103,790 Median Salary

Computer Systems Analysts

Employment of computer systems analysts is projected to grow 11 percent from 2023 to 2033, much faster than the average for all occupations.

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$124,910 Median Salary

Information Security Analysts

Employment of information security analysts is projected to grow 33 percent from 2023 to 2033, much faster than the average for all occupations.

ÿ�մ�� 17,300 openings for information security analysts are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

$123,100 Median Salary

Database Administrators and Architects

Overall employment of database administrators and architects is projected to grow 9 percent from 2023 to 2033, much faster than the average for all occupations.

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$95,380 Median Salary

Web Developers and Digital Designers

Overall employment of web developers and digital designers is projected to grow 8 percent from 2023 to 2033, faster than the average for all occupations.

ÿ�մ�� 16,500 openings for web developers and digital designers are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

Program Details

Our CIS curriculum aligns with the recommendations of leading professional computing societies like the Association for Computing Machinery and the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers. The CIS degree emphasizes teamwork, ethics, professionalism, and written and oral communication skills. Because of the interdisciplinary nature of CIS, the curriculum integrates essential elements from mathematics, statistics, electrical and computer engineering, and business, among other areas.

Your courses will cover essential subjects like data structures and algorithm analysis, software engineering, discrete structures, operating systems, computer organization and assembly language, networking and more.

Exactly what courses you take will depend partially on which concentration you choose:

The Computer Science concentration strengthens your knowledge of how computer systems work and prepares you for positions in embedded and systems programming, graphics and visualization, networks, scientific programming, and web technology, among others.
The Information Systems concentration covers the design and development of computer information systems. It prepares graduates for positions in database management and applications, enterprise programming, information systems design, systems analysis, web-based information systems, and information engineering, among others.
The Game Design concentration is for students whose dreams include careers in game programming, user experience design and augmented reality applications. It provides graduates with the theoretical knowledge and practical experience needed to program computer games or virtual user experiences at the professional level.
The Artificial Intelligence concentration helps students understand core concepts and develop key skills for artificial intelligence. It prepares graduates for positions in intelligent system development, machine learning, deep learning, natural language processing, knowledge engineering, AI-powered analytics, and business intelligence, among others.

Accreditation

The BS in Computer and Information Science (BS-CIS) program is accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission of , under the commission's General Criteria and Program Criteria for Computer Science.

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Students at UM-Dearborn are eligible for the Go Blue Guarantee - University of Michigan’s landmark promise of free tuition for high-achieving in-state undergraduate students from qualifying backgrounds. Major financial support is available for students who do not fully qualify.

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You can join the , , other organizations aimed at students in the College of Engineering and Computer Science like the , or general student organizations devoted to a wide range of interests and topics. And be sure to take part in the many student research opportunities sponsored by the College of Engineering and Computer Science.

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