Why Iowa for CS and Informatics?
The technology industry is changing faster than any other. We give you the rock-solid computer and problem-solving skills you'll need to adapt and meet any challenge.
See Yourself Here!
At Iowa you'll be surrounded by our faculty of computer science education experts, engaged graduate students, and a network of alumni — all invested in your success.
91%
Our grads are earning from a min. $45K to a max. $129K per year.
*or not seeking employment
59%
...with an additional 25% receiving job offers within 3 months of graduation.
93%
Additionally, 93% say their employment is related to their career goals.
Meaning
Career and earnings statistics for all of our CS undergrad programs are consistently strong.
News and Announcements
The Gazette: Leepfrog's Lee Brintle (CS/MCS Alum) "Higher ed’s 'unsung, cool front end'”
Monday, March 23, 2026
"Brintle intended to major in physics, but switched to computer science."
After a few years working in software development for the university, Brintle and two partners launched Leepfrog in 1994 as a general-purpose software supplier. The company’s name comes from his 1989 internet handle, derived from his first name and middle initial.
'Writing internet software was a very weird, very obscure niche,” he said. “Windows 95 wasn’t even out yet, and it was very difficult to get connected to the internet.'"
Mashiat gets Accepted in the Scholarly Teaching Program
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
Professor Mashiat is accepted into the Scholarly Teaching Program, marking a significant achievement in their academic and professional development journey.
Generous Gift from Alum/Tech Leader Seeds New CS Scholarship Fund
Tuesday, March 17, 2026
The Department of Computer Science recently received a generous gift from Vetri Vellore and Jothi Vetrivelkumaran to establish the Vetrivel Family Scholarship Fund.
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