What if you could build the next big app, create the next popular video game, fight cybercrime, or use AI to solve global challenges?

Major in Computer Science

What is Computer Science?

Computer Science solves problems with technology — from writing code to building software that powers industries, innovations, and everyday life. When you major in computer science, you’ll study programming, data systems, AI, cybersecurity, and more, all while developing real-world projects. Learn skills needed to design the next cutting-edge technology, secure sensitive data, or steer machine learning to fight climate change. This major sets you up for computer science jobs in a variety of fields, such as software development, data and analytics, and cybersecurity. LSU offers concentrations in Cloud Computing & Networking, Cybersecurity, Data Science & Analytics, Software Engineering, and Second Discipline.

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Program Highlights

Specialized Concentrations Choose from in-demand tracks in Cybersecurity, Software Engineering, Data Science & Analytics, and Cloud Computing & Networking — each designed to match your passions and evolving industry needs.

Security Operations Center Work at one of LSU’s two student-run security operations centers and graduate with hours of real-world experience through helping protect real clients in various industries from cyber threats.

Lab Facilities & Research Access the Cybersecurity Lab, the Patrick F. Taylor Server Room, the Human Computer Interaction lab and more to support your course instruction and internationally recognized research guided by expert faculty mentors.

Engineering Residential College Live and learn with your peers in a smaller network within the larger campus, offering academic enhancement programs, classes in your residence hall, and corporate sponsored events introducing you to internships and cooperative education programs.

What You Can Do

An LSU degree opens doors to a wide range of career paths and professional opportunities. With a strong academic foundation, real-world learning, and support from a powerful alumni network, you’ll graduate prepared for success in today’s competitive job market. Whether you’re planning to work in a corporate setting, nonprofit organization, government agency, creative industry, or research lab, LSU equips you with the in-demand skills and hands-on experience employers value most.

Potential Careers

Cybersecurity Analyst
Penetration Tester (Ethical Hacker)
Security Architect
Cryptographer
Software Developer/Engineer
Mobile App Developer
Quality Assurance Engineer
Game Developer
Embedded Systems Developer

Cloud Engineer
Network Engineer
Cloud Security Specialist
Cloud Developer
Data Scientist
Machine Learning Engineer
AI Engineer
Database Administrator
Big Data Engineer

Workplace Settings

Government
Corporations
Higher Education
Schools
Tech Companies
Finance
Security Firms

$73,000

Average alumni Computer Science salary 5 years after graduation

What Computer Science Looks like

LSU CSE Junior Accepts Internship With Blue Origin

LSU Computer Science Senior Conquers School, Raising Four Kids

Building Skills

Programming Languages Learn to code in Python, Java, C++, and more while working on real projects.

Software Development Design, build, test, and maintain apps that solve real-world problems.

Design Data-Driven Solutions Understand and use algorithms, data structures, and databases to power applications.

Web Development Build interactive sites using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and other frameworks.

I find that the more demanding my classes become, the more applicable they are to the real world. I’m excited to use the skills I’ve learned at LSU in the real world. Jamar Whitfield
BS Computer Science ‘27

Dr. Baggili’s digital forensics course is the whole reason I chose the cybersecurity concentration. He inspires me daily in the same way I want to inspire future generations Malana Fuentes
BS Computer Science ‘25

Advance your Career

Post-graduate education

LSU offers competitively ranked post-graduate programs designed to help you innovate and lead in your field. Engage in advanced coursework, contribute to impactful research, and learn from expert faculty who are solving real-world challenges across Louisiana and beyond. Whether you're looking to deepen your expertise, pivot into a new industry, or accelerate your career, LSU’s graduate programs open the door to a world of opportunity.

M. Sc. Program Ph.D. Program Graduate Minor

Related Majors

Computer Engineering

Information Systems & Analytics

Mathematics

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