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Your future in tech begins here, with one of our academic programs in computer science, information technology, computer vision, cybersecurity, data analytics and more. 

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UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS
GRADUATE PROGRAMS

THE COMPETITIVE EDGE

The UCF Department of Computer Science is known for its excellent and innovative education, as evidenced through our unbeatable collegiate cyber defense team and our nationally ranked academic programs. Our globally recognized faculty continue to develop high-tech solutions to collect, analyze and protect valuable data. 

No. 1

National Collegiate Cyber Defense Champions six years in a row

No. 17

for Best Online Master’s in Information Technology by U.S. News and World Report

No. 3

in the nation for computer science degrees produced 

No. 64

for best graduate computer science programs by U.S. News and World Report

A LEADER IN CYBERSECURITY

As digital attacks become more sophisticated, the need for enhanced cybersecurity measures becomes imperative. At UCF, our our researchers are developing novel solutions to keep our data protected from cybercriminals. In 2016, UCF was designated a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyberdefense Education by the National Security Agency and the Department of Homeland Security. The Cyber Security Faculty Cluster, which is led by faculty from the Department of Computer Science, has garnered close to $3 million in research funding for their work in this area. 

NEWS

Faculty
New Alumni Faculty Showcase Strength of CECS Programs
The college’s recent faculty hiring initiative unveiled an unexpected and welcome trend: recent UCF grads applying for faculty positions to teach at their alma mater.…
Students
How One Student Turned Tragedy and Self-Doubt into Success at UCF
As Preston Strenth prepares to cross the stage at commencement, he finds himself flashing back to the moment his journey to this milestone started in…
Students
UCF Collegiate Cybersecurity Competition Team Advances to Nationals After Outstanding Regional Win
Under a high-stakes, simulated cyberattack and mounting pressure, the UCF Collegiate Cybersecurity Competition (C3) team proved it can defend, adapt and outperform — earning first…
Awards
CS Students and Faculty Honored During UCF Founders’ Day
Founders’ Day is a celebration of the exceptional accomplishments of UCF’s faculty, staff and students. This year, nearly 50 members of the College of Engineering…
Awards
Kevin Moran Receives UCF’s Reach for the Stars Award
Big ideas don’t wait — and neither do the researchers behind them. The 2026 Reach for the Stars honorees — six UCF assistant professors —…

UPCOMING EVENTS

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