School of Computing

Message from the Dean

The School of Computing at USA prepares students for jobs in a career field that is rich with a variety of opportunities. When students graduate, they are equipped for today's ever-changing, technology-driven job market. Our undergraduate majors are Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Information Technology, and Health Informatics. Additionally, we have three graduate programs: Computer Science, Cybersecurity, and Computer Information Systems, and a Ph.D. in Computing. Our state-of-the-art facilities, opportunities for internships, and cutting-edge research provide our students with an exceptional learning experience.  

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Computer Science, BS

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The Computer Science Program provides students with practical, hands-on learning opportunities spanning various areas, including cyber-security, information assurance, big data, artificial intelligence, computer graphics, video game development, and robotics.

Computer Information Systems, BS

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The Computer Information Systems program prepares application developers and data specialists and offers a wide variety of elective choices, including the IT tracks, a Health Informatics certificate, or courses in data analytics or cloud computing.

Computer Information Systems, BS – Online Option

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The online option for the Computer Information Systems degree program is ideal for non-traditional students and working professionals. Students earn an ABET-accredited computing degree while specializing in the use of applied AI tools.  

Information Technology, BS

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The Information Technology program comprises a fundamental computing foundation, complemented by specialized tracks in digital forensics, networking, and web publishing.

Health Informatics, BS

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The Health Informatics program blends healthcare, technology, and interpersonal skills to empower students to use technology for enhancing patient care, supporting providers, and improving healthcare organizations.

Masters Program

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The School of Computing is proud to introduce three exciting Master's degree programs: Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, and Cybersecurity.

PhD Program

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The program emphasizes advanced discovery and the development of solutions to research-focused problems in the areas of cyber assurance, risk assessment, forensics, and data analytics

Visit Us 

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We encourage students to visit the School of Computing and see first-hand all we offer. Schedule a tour of Shelby Hall today! 

Two School of Computing Faculty Members receive USANAA Awards

Tuesday - September 2, 2025

The University of South Alabama National Alumni Association annually recognizes faculty members for outstanding achievement.

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Dr. Jesse Ables Receives $155,000 NSF Grant for Explainable Intrusion Detection Research

Friday - August 29, 2025

Dr. Jesse Ables has been awarded a $155,000 grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF) under the Computer and Information Science and Engineering Research Initiation Initiative (CRII). His project was specifically accepted for the NSF Secure and Trustworthy Computing (SaTC) CRII.

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The School of Computing has launched a new fully online bachelor's degree program in Information Systems

Thursday - May 8, 2025

The University of South Alabama School of Computing has launched a new, fully online bachelor's degree program in Information Systems that will begin in the Fall 2025 semester. The option, which focuses on a specialization in applied artificial intelligence, is designed to prepare students for positions in today's rapidly evolving job market.

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Student Spotlights

Meet Preston Vardaman, an undergraduate student majoring in Computer Science. Read more