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"Computer software engineers are projected to be the fastest growing occupation from 2000 to 2010." The preceding quote from the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics underscores the critical demand for new computer scientists. Whether you call them software engineers, software developers, programmers, database administrators, systems analysts, or network administrators, computer scientists have become an integral part of our society. You can't drive an automobile or operate a microwave oven without using the software these professionals create.

What is Computer Science?
It is the science that deals with the theory and methods of processing information, design of computer hardware and software, and the applications of computers. Creating software is the heart of computer science but hardware and theory are the other sides of the triangle. Beyond these three areas the field can be broken down into many specific areas such as image processing, operating systems, networking, software engineering, robotics and scientific visualization, just to name a few. If you are a creative analytical thinker who likes to solve problems, We are confident that you will find the study of Computer Science to be both challenging and rewarding.

Why you should consider Computer Science as a major.....

  1. Opportunities for paid internships while you are still in college
  2. 99-100% placement upon graduation
  3. Travel opportunities
  4. Working or collaborating as part of a team (Some people have the false impression that you sit by yourself at a computer all day!)
  5. A variety of career possibilities in a very diverse set of industries (financial, medical, national security, aerospace, and many more….)
  6. Casual attire in many work environments
  7. Flexible hours and telecommuting are already the norms
  8. Be part of a cutting edge technology field that is changing every day
  9. Good pay - typical starting salaries for UWL graduates range $45,000 - $50,000
  10. Computer Science jobs still rank among the fastest growing professions with some of the highest wages according to the U.S. Dept of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics

Why C-S at UW-La Crosse?

  • Small class sizes within the major
  • Outstanding faculty with a wide variety of specialties (many have also authored textbooks)
  • Great facilities housed in the recently renovated Wing Technology Center
  • Plenty of opportunities for specialized individual projects
  • Long history of talented students
  • Fine reputation within the computing industry over the last 30 years
  • Second oldest computer science major in the State of Wisconsin; second only to UW-Madison
  • Computer science is arguably the most dynamic and exciting of all academic pursuits, and there is no better place to study this challenging and rewarding subject than UW-L.

Job Market

Past UW-L CS graduates play significant roles in software development, working for companies that range from the aerospace industry to private computer consulting, from banking software to the medical/health field and graphical information systems. The department has many graduates that work for the large computer vendors including almost every company whose name you see (and many you don't see) in your nearest computer retailer.

Come Visit!

This Computer Science Department is always eager to have good students. We think that there is no place better to grow as a software developer than here. You've taken the first step by visiting our website. However, if you really expect to get to know the place, please arrange for a campus visit and include time for a face-to-face conversation with one of the CS faculty. You'll learn much more with such a visit than can ever be accomplished on the web. If you are already on campus, the UWL Career Services Office and Academic Advising Center, both in Wilder Hall, would also be happy to help you find out more about our program. For arrangements contact the UW-L Admissions Office or the Computer Science Department at (608) 785-6805.

“The reason I stayed in the Computer Science department was the faculty. They really convinced me that I was capable of succeeding in the program. I felt the small classes meant more interaction with the instructors. I was very happy with the availability of professors, and the help they provided when I had questions. I think that the exposure I had to some of the faculty’s research showed me the diversity within the field. I also thought the electives that were offered were a great way to get a taste of that diversity.”


Jaclyn Powell 05’
Computer Science Major
Sociology Minor

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