Welcome to the Department of Computer Science at Colorado State University! Computer science is a pioneering, multidisciplinary field with explosive growth and opportunity. Whether you are an on campus or online student, here you will be part of an inclusive living and learning community committed to your success.
PROGRAMS OF STUDY
Your degree program will provide a complete, well-rounded experience that includes rigorous, collaborative coursework and training in computing fundamentals and broad educational, scientific, and engineering experience. You will also benefit from our industry connections who help ensure your perspective and skills are state of the art.
RESEARCH
As an undergraduate or graduate student, you will develop your intellectual curiosity and critical thinking skills and apply them to practical problems in new and creative ways. Come work with us on our groundbreaking research — let’s discover!
STUDENT SUCCESS
Computer science is a challenging and rewarding discipline. We are here to help you every step of the way.
OUTSIDE THE CLASSROOM
School is only one part of life. When it is time to feed your wellbeing, you can enjoy participating in department and CSU groups and activities, exploring our nationally award-winning city of Fort Collins, visiting Denver just an hour away, or simply relaxing and playing in our spectacular Rocky Mountain outdoors.
Whatever path you choose after your degree, you will be able to confidently pursue the many exciting opportunities computer science has to offer. Let’s talk about your future in computer science:
NEWS
Craig Partridge appointed to Max Planck Institute advisory board
Computer science Professor Craig Partridge is among the international experts chosen to advise one of the world’s premier scientific research organizations.
Computer science faculty member named one of ‘AI’s 10 to Watch’ by IEEE Intelligent Systems
Computer Science Professor Sarath Sreedharan was named as one of “AI’s 10 to Watch” for his work on explainability and value alignment.
Q&A with data science alum Austin Lackey
CNS Source sat down with Austin Lackey, a CSU alum (’24), to learn more about the CSU Data Science program.
Benefits of nature: By any measure, Colorado values outdoor recreation
Outdoor recreation is worth a lot to Colorado, and not just in the income and jobs it creates. Coloradans derive significant value from outdoor recreation and report health benefits from spending time outdoors.