Program Highlights
Highlights of the program include small classroom sizes, lab-based instruction, real-world capstone design sequences, optional internships, co-ops, and externships, national recognition, and research experiences through research centers and federal/state/university funding.
Summary of Highlights- Small classroom sizes
- Faculty-centered instruction
- Nationally ranked programs
- Excellent student retention and placement
- Up-to-date teaching laboratories
- Lab-based instruction
- Real-world capstone design sequence
- Registered student organizations in professional areas
- Optional internships, co-ops, and externships
- National recognitions for undergraduate students, graduate students, and faculty
- Distinguished alumni in industry and academia
- Research experiences for undergraduates through industry-sponsored research centers and federal/state/university funding
- State-of-the-art facilities
- Experienced faculty
- Interdisciplinary opportunities
- Global learning opportunities
- Strong industry partnerships
- Dedicated career services
- Professional certifications
- Community engagement
- Frequent research publications
- Participation in hackathons and competitions
- Scholarships and financial aid
- Diversity and inclusion initiatives
The School of Computing at SIU is proud of its remarkable achievements across our Computer Science, Information Technology, and Cybersecurity Technology programs. Our faculty have been recognized with numerous awards and grants, highlighting their dedication to excellence and innovation in research. Our students also excel, earning prestigious awards that showcase their talent and hard work. Explore more about these accomplishments below.