UMBC’s Department of Computer Science and Electrical Engineering (CSEE) offers B.S. programs in Computer Science and Computer Engineering. Graduates are well prepared for careers in software and hardware development, while others decide to continue their education with graduate studies at UMBC or other universities. Recent graduates have secured jobs at Bell Atlantic, the Center for Computing Sciences, the Department of Defense, IBM, NASA, Northrop Grumman and other governmental agencies and businesses.
Pick Your Program
Computer Engineering focuses upon problems that arise from hardware and hardware development, while Computer Science concentrates on issues in computer applications and software development.
UMBC offers Electrical Engineering only as a graduate program of study. Students interested in studying Electrical Engineering at the Undergraduate level, should consider the Communications Track in the undergraduate Computer Engineering program.
Why UMBC?
Thrice-named the #1 up-and-coming national university by U.S. News and World Report, UMBC offers an exceptional and affordable education.UMBC has continually proven itself to be a leader in science and engineering education. The Computer Science and Electrical Engineering Department is made up of 39 full-time faculty members and 15 research professors who dedicate themselves to teaching as they pursue their own research in the field.
Location, Location, Location
UMBC is located in the Baltimore-Washington corridor, making a wealth of professional, cultural and recreational resources available. The area has the largest collection of Federal government agencies and research laboratories in the country. Many of the top engineering and technology companies have major facilities within an hour’s drive. There is an active community of start up and small companies in both the Baltimore and D.C. regions. UMBC is just 15 minutes from both the BWI airport and BWI Amtrak station, providing easy access to transportation.
Undergraduate Research
UMBC offers undergraduate students the unique opportunity to pursue research projects well before Graduate School. Working with the many research labs within our department, students have partnered with professors on projects ranging from Human Computer Interaction to the creation of intelligent computerized tutoring systems to exploring predictive model uncertainty. Students then have the opportunity to present the results of their research at the Undergraduate Research and Creative Achievement Day (URCAD) every Spring. Meet some undergraduate researchers.
How to Apply
For information about the application process, visit the Office of Undergraduate Admissions. Need financial help? Visit the Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships for information about financial aid and merit-based scholarships.
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