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You Know Your Goals. We Help You Reach Them.

At the School of Computing, we understand that each student arrives with unique aspirations. "You know your goals. We help you reach them" isn't just our motto—it's a commitment to your personal and professional development. Our tailored approach in computing education blends innovative teaching, practical experience, and bespoke guidance to propel you towards your objectives. Whether you aim to revolutionize technology, safeguard digital assets, or drive industry innovation, we provide the tools, resources, and support to transform your vision into reality. Embrace a collaborative environment where your goals set the agenda, and our expertise helps chart the course to your success.

We encourage our students to get involved by joining a registered student organization (RSO) or securing a student employment position. Come schedule visit with us or take a virtual tour! Questions? Call the School of Computing at 618-536-2327

Undergraduate Advisement

Our academic advisors are friendly professionals who will help plan your classes as well as help you become familiar with your program of study. When calling the Academic Advisement office, please let them know if you are a new student, and they will help you get connected with your academic advisor.

College of Engineering, Computing, Technology & Mathematics
Engineering D104
Phone: 618-453-2261
Email: ectmadvisement@siu.edu

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Student Information

Course Schedules
(Special Topic) CS 491-1 Linux/UNIX Programming

(Special Topic) CS 491-2 Programming with Data Structures

(Special Topic) CS 491-3 Design & Analysis of Algorithms

(Special Topic) CS 491-4 Advanced Exp Systems

(Special Topic) CS 491-5 Computational Stats I

(Special Topic) CS 491-6 Computational Blockchain

(Special Topic) CS 491-7 Natural Language Processing

(Special Topic) CS 591-1 Ethical Hacking

(Special Topic) CS 591-2 Digital Forensics

(Special Topic) CS 591-3 Distributed Systems

(Special Topic) CS 591-4 Machine Learning & Soft Computing

(Special Topic) CS 591-5 Natural Language Processing

Computer Science Spring 2025 Course Schedule

Computer Science Fall 2024 Course Schedule
Work Reporting Responsibilities for Graduate Assistantships
School of Computing Computer Science Program students with assistantship contracts will be expected to be available for their duties at least through the Final Exam Week and until student grades, quizzes, labs, and assignments have been turned into the course(s) professor(s). They must report back to work each semester of their contract on no later than Wednesday the week before classes begin. Report in-person (no emails or telephone calls) to the Graduate Program Assistant, Graduate Program Director, or Computer Science Program Director. We expect graduate assistants to act professionally in these matters and make travel plans accordingly, not imposing their personal plans on the professors or the computer science program.

If they fail to follow the above-mentioned protocol any of the following actions may be taken:

Assistantship contract may not be extended or may be canceled.

Extra responsibilities/duties may be assigned for the student.

Statistics

Program Enrollments for Computer Science

Major	Degree	Fall 2020	Fall 2021	Fall 2022	Fall 2023	Fall 2024
Computer Science	BA	30	36	35	69	80
Computer Science	BS	99	109	96	84	77
Computer Science	MS	29	43	66	93	103
Computer Science	PHD	22	17	15	16	21

Degrees Conferred for the Computer Science

Program	Degree	FY 2020	FY 2021	FY 2022	FY 2023	FY 2024
Computer Science	MS	22	18	13	45	37
Computer Science	PHD	2	4	4	3	3
Computer Science (BA)	BA	10	6	10	7	10
Computer Science (BS)	BS	21	21	15	15	17

Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS), Interactive Fact Book, IBHE Program Inventory Listing

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