Explore the theory and skills of computer science while learning hardware and software programming. Handle large data sets, implement machine learning systems, and program secure Internet applications, preparing you for a successful career in one of the hottest industries today.
Investigate technologies that most interest you and couple your study with areas like mathematics, business, engineering, and fine arts—making you a strong candidate for today’s fast-changing and agile-computing industry.
Explore Internships & Careers
Internship opportunities offer real-world experiences. You can complete internships for academic credit or non-credit. Past internships include:
- Mechdyne Corporation
- Field of Dreams
- City of Dubuque, Information Services
- UFG Insurance, Quality Assurance Automation
As a Computer Science major, you will be prepared for a variety of interesting careers.
- Insurance Software Development
- Avionics Software Development
- Back-Office to Point-of-Sale Hardware
- Application Development
- Video Game Development
- Computer Tech Support Specialist
Course Highlights
Francis J. Noonan School of Business, Engineering & Innovation
Majors & Minors
Master of Science in Applied Analytics
Pair your data science degree with our master of science in applied analytics. In as little as one year, you can complete your master’s degree and apply the latest methods and technologies in gathering, reporting, and analyzing corporate data.

Clubs & Orgs
We have a variety of opportunities for you to get involved from the moment you set foot on campus.
ACM Club
Math Club

Straight Talk from a Duhawk
Loras feels like home to me thanks to the friends I have met, the relationships I have built with my professors, and the relationships I have built with faculty members on campus.
— Anna (’24)
Computer Science News
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IPTC Grant to Benefit Community College Transfers to Iowa Private Colleges, Universities
Find a more transparent, cost-effective, and coordinated transfer process thanks to a three-year grant More
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Loras Students Chosen for National Leadership Development Program
Patrick McGreevey (’25) and August Witt (’26) have recently participated in a one-of-a-kind leadership development program through their fraternity, Sigma Phi Epsilon. More
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Loras College introduces new STEM scholarships
Loras College, in partnership with the National Science Foundation (NSF), will award up to 18 annual, renewable scholarships between $4,000 and $7,000, based on financial need, for students seeking an undergraduate degree in science, technology, engineering or math (STEM). More