Computer Science
The mission of the Computer Science program is to educate majors in the principles and practices of computer science, preparing them for graduate school, for careers in software development and computing systems technology, and a lifetime of learning.
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The Computer Science undergraduate program is accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org.
The objectives of the CS Program at UCF are that:
- CS graduates participate as effective and productive team members or leaders in the development of computer and software systems covering a broad range of fields including engineering, scientific, and enterprise applications.
- CS graduates demonstrate the knowledge and skills to do advanced studies and research in computer science and related engineering and scientific disciplines.


All graduating CS majors shall:
- analyze a complex computing problem and to apply principles of computing and other relevant disciplines to identify solutions
- design and implement a computing-based solution to meet a given set of computing requirements in the context of the program’s discipline
- evaluate a computing-based solution to meet a given set of computing requirements in the context of the program’s discipline
- communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts
- recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgments in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles
- function effectively as a member or leader of a team engaged in activities appropriate to the program’s discipline
- apply computer science theory to produce computing-based solutions
- apply software development fundamentals to produce computing-based solutions
Academic Year | Academic Plan | Fall Enrollment | Degrees Awarded Summer, Fall, Spring |
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2021-22 | Computer Science BS | 3034 | 470 |
2020-21 | Computer Science BS | 2901 | 409 |
2019-20 | Computer Science BS | 2537 | 318 |
2018-19 | Computer Science BS | 2280 | 325 |
2017-18 | Computer Science BS | 2099 | 275 |
2016-17 | Computer Science BS | 1852 | 187 |
2015-16 | Computer Science BS | 1612 | 189 |
2014-15 | Computer Science BS | 1337 | 165 |
2013-14 | Computer Science BS | 1170 | 157 |
2012-13 | Computer Science BS | 1029 | 106 |
2011-12 | Computer Science BS | 875 | 112 |
2010-11 | Computer Science BS | 721 | 91 |
Current Year data reflects Final Fall Headcount and Summer/Fall 2019 and Spring 2020 Degrees.
Academic Year | Fall Enrollment | Degrees Awarded Summer, Fall, Spring |
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2021-22 | 248 | 82 |
2020-21 | 146 | 97 |
2019-20 | 161 | 66 |
2018-19 | 145 | 73 |
2017-18 | 117 | 64 |
2016-17 | 99 | 58 |
2015-16 | 98 | 63 |
2014-15 | 90 | 41 |
2013-14 | 66 | 39 |
2012-13 | 60 | 46 |
2011-12 | 58 | 22 |
2010-11 | 62 | 32 |
Current Year data reflects Final Fall Headcount and Summer/Fall 2019 and Spring 2020 Degrees.
Academic Year | Fall Enrollment | Degrees Awarded Summer, Fall, Spring |
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2021-22 | 184 | 28 |
2020-21 | 180 | 30 |
2019-20 | 196 | 29 |
2018-19 | 174 | 21 |
2017-18 | 168 | 18 |
2016-17 | 154 | 10 |
2015-16 | 140 | 9 |
2014-15 | 125 | 13 |
2013-14 | 113 | 6 |
2012-13 | 117 | 11 |
2011-12 | 114 | 16 |
2010-11 | 102 | 13 |
Current Year data reflects Final Fall Headcount and Summer/Fall 2019 and Spring 2020 Degrees.
Information Technology
The mission of the Bachelor of Science in Information Technology Degree Program is to educate students in the science and practices of information technology, preparing them for a lifetime of learning and for careers in information technology as well as in a wide variety of disciplines that integrate information technology into their respective fields of activity.
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The Information Technology undergraduate program is accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org.
The objectives of the Information Technology Program at UCF are that:
- Graduates demonstrate the technical competence necessary for careers in information technology as well as in a wide variety of disciplines that integrate information technology into their respective fields of activity
- Graduates demonstrate communication skills, teamwork capabilities, and leadership abilities necessary for a successful professional career.
- Graduates participate in life-long learning activities appropriate to their profession, including graduate study, professional training, and involvement in professional societies.


By graduation each student should be able to:
- Analyze a complex computing problem and to apply principles of computing and other relevant disciplines to identify solutions.
- Design, implement, and evaluate a computing-based solution to meet a given set of computing requirements in the context of the program’s discipline.
- Communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts.
- Recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgments in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles.
- Function effectively as a member or leader of a team engaged in activities appropriate to the program’s discipline.
- Use systemic approaches to select, develop, apply, integrate, and administer secure computing technologies to accomplish user goals.
- Effectively integrate security standards and best practices into IT-based systems.
- Apply technical skills in a diverse IT landscape to recognize and mitigate the potential negative impacts created by the introduction of new IT-based solutions on individuals, communities, and society as a whole.
Academic Year | Academic Plan | Fall Enrollment | Degrees Awarded Summer, Fall, Spring |
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2021-22 | Information Technology BS | 1147 | 294 |
2020-21 | Information Technology BS | 1174 | 277 |
2019-20 | Information Technology BS | 1054 | 201 |
2018-19 | Information Technology BS | 951 | 193 |
2017-18 | Information Technology BS | 834 | 169 |
2016-17 | Information Technology BS | 837 | 184 |
2015-16 | Information Technology BS | 837 | 201 |
2014-15 | Information Technology BS | 729 | 143 |
2013-14 | Information Technology BS | 691 | 124 |
2012-13 | Information Technology BS | 622 | 107 |
2011-12 | Information Technology BS | 551 | 92 |
2010-11 | Information Technology BS | 457 | 61 |
Current Year data reflects Final Fall Headcount and Summer/Fall 2019 and Spring 2020 Degrees.
Data Analytics
Academic Year | Fall Enrollment | Degrees Awarded Summer, Fall, Spring |
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2021-22 | 55 | 30 |
2020-21 | 73 | 41 |
2019-20 | 73 | 35 |
2018-19 | 50 | 18 |
2017-18 | 33 | 12 |
2016-17 | 15 |
Current Year data reflects Final Fall Headcount and Summer/Fall 2019 and Spring 2020 Degrees.
Digital Forensics
Academic Year | Fall Enrollment | Degrees Awarded Summer, Fall, Spring |
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2021-22 | 100 | 37 |
2020-21 | 116 | 44 |
2019-20 | 108 | 39 |
2018-19 | 115 | 38 |
2017-18 | 99 | 32 |
2016-17 | 92 | 33 |
2015-16 | 80 | 34 |
2014-15 | 99 | 33 |
2013-14 | 110 | 36 |
2012-13 | 116 | 40 |
2011-12 | 135 | 43 |
2010-11 | 118 | 27 |
Current Year data reflects Final Fall Headcount and Summer/Fall 2019 and Spring 2020 Degrees.