School of Computer Science and Technology

If you like to solve problems and create solutions using technology, then this is the place for you. 

The School of Computer Science and Technology, part of the Dorothy and George Hennings College of Science, Mathematics, and Technology prepares students to think critically and creatively, succeed in

challenging careers in computing and information technology, or pursue graduate degrees. The School of Computer Science and Technology offers strong bachelor’s degree programs in computer science and information technology. We offer options in cybersecurity, data science, and information systems as well. 

In addition, the following minors are offered: Computer Science, Computer Science Education, Cybersecurity, Health Information Technology, and Information Technology. 

These programs prepare technically-oriented professionals for leadership and management positions in industry, education, government, or graduate studies. 

Our Programs 

• Computer Science  
• Information Technology
• Computer Information Systems (M.S.)

Students interested in advancing their degree are able to earn both a B.S./M.S. in just five years!

Both the B.S. Computer Science and the B.S. Information Technology programs in Union, NJ  are accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET, www.abet.org. To learn more about our accreditation and our enrollment and graduate data, please visit ABET Enrollment and Graduation Data.

Admission Requirements

The School of Computer Science and Technology has formally adopted the following standards for undergraduate admission to all options of the computer science majors:

• Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 at the time of admission to the major

• Completion of at least 12 credits of CPS courses at Kean, each with a grade of “C”