The Department of Computer Science at Clark University provides a supportive environment and offers rigorous courses and programs , with excellent career prospects for students. We think of computer science neither as a narrow path to the next killer app, nor indeed to any specific product. Rather, computer science is a broad discipline that provides the means to solve complex challenges more efficiently and effectively than ever before.
As a computer science student, you will develop a strong foundation in theory and computational problem solving skills that are broadly applicable to many disciplines and careers. You will also build your expertise by applying your foundation and skills to practical applications. Our liberal arts curriculum will give you an appreciation for the interconnected nature of our society, and you will graduate ready to apply and extend your skills in society, industry, or research through digital innovations, new discoveries, and never-before-imagined solutions.
Our faculty are well-known researchers, care deeply about teaching, and work hard to help our students achieve their potential. What sets us apart is two-fold:
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We have outstanding faculty with expertise in a variety of fields - more diverse than what you will find at most small colleges.
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We are a small department and can provide a more supportive environment than what you will find at a bigger university.
Our faculty and students work together to provide a nurturing community such as one finds in small colleges, with the quality of a big university.
Excellent co-curricular and extra-curricular opportunities
Computer science students at Clark have excellent opportunities inside and outside the classroom, including but not limited to the following. Many of these opportunities are normally reserved for graduate students in other institutions.
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Work with faculty on research projects, publish co-authored papers, and participate in professional conferences.
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Follow their own interests, developing innovative projects while working with a faculty advisor.
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Train and work as undergraduate teaching assistants and computer lab administrators within the department; and work at Clarks Information Technology Services and other departments.
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Participate in programming competitions and hackathons - our students have excelled in these events.
Diverse Options for Double Majors, Minors and Concentrations
Computer science students at Clark often have other interests or come from students who initially planned to study other disciplines. Clark offers a variety of wonderful programs, and many of our students double major or pursue one or more minors in diverse disciplines, such as: Data Science, Economics, Mathematics, Natural Sciences (Biology, Chemistry, and Physics), Environmental Science, Business Management, Political Science, Geography/GIS, Psychology, Education, English, Foreign Languages, Music, Philosophy, and Game Design.
Our students also volunteer in the community, study abroad, create startups, and work toward making a difference in the world.
Outstanding Student Outcomes and Return on Investment
We have an outstanding placement record of computer science students. Our graduates have gone on to some of the most prestigious companies, research labs, and graduate schools in the world. Others choose Clarks Accelerated Degree Program (also known as “fifth-year programâ€), offering masters degrees in many fields such as data analytics, information technology, finance, business administration, and education. The Columbia Combined Plan Program (also known as the 3-2 Engineering Program at Clark) allows students to earn a BA degree from Clark and a BS degree from Columbia University (subject to their admission) in diverse disciplines such as computer science, computer engineering, operations research, and financial engineering.
Recent articles about our students on the Clark website (https://clarknow.clarku.edu/topic/computer-science/) and our department Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/MathCSAtClark/) highlight many of their achievements. These students have diverse interests, including double majors and minors, and have been active in student organizations such as Student Council, Model UN, Diversity, Hip Hop, Theatre, Standup Comedy, Martial Arts, Investment, and Entrepreneurship.
For more information, please visit the Computer Science Department website.