School of Computer Science and Information Systems

You can make a difference and help enhance the ever-growing tech world.

Be part of a booming computing program equipped with all the necessary resources to lead you into a successful future. Open your mind to new possibilities and a wide variety of opportunities and be a part of the School of Computer Science and Information Systems.

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Degree options in Computer Science and Information Systems

The school offers majors, minors and graduate programs in computer science, business education, information systems, cybersecurity, data analytics and digital media.

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Most Bearcats receive some form of scholarship or need-based aid after filing the FAFSA, making their educational goals more attainable. The 2025-26 FAFSA is officially open – apply today!

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fully equipped cybersecurity lab with the latest and greatest technology

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student to faculty ratio

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unique visit day scholarship for $1,150

Expanded scholarship model with tiers up to $6,000 with merit scholarships. Once applied and admitted, eligible students are automatically awarded a merit-based scholarship based on their academic information.

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Get in-state rates with the Bearcat Advantage. Receive an $8,392 scholarship with a 2.75 GPA or above.

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Student Spotlight

“A lot of people describe Northwest as being a family and a good environment where professors care about you or you feel like professors care about you. That, among other things, is the main reason why I chose Northwest.”

Maddisyn Combe '22
King City, Mo. // Computer Science with Digital Media emphasis

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Center for Cybersecurity

The Center for Cybersecurity functions as a central hub for the Cybersecurity major and related programs offering student support, state-of-the-art equipment and a home for students studying in the School of Computer Science and Information Systems.

Center for Cybersecurity

Northwest is a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense

Northwest has demonstrated that it engages in significant community involvement, academic activities, and institutional practices in cybersecurity and has a B.S. in Cybersecurity that meets the requirements for a program of study. The NCAE-C program aims to promote and support quality academic programs of higher learning that help produce the nation’s cyber workforce.

Cyber Defense Club

Cyber Defense Club is a computer science organization focused on giving students a hands-on learning experience and preparing them for cyber defense competitions.

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Association of Computing Machinery (ACM)

ACM promotes a greater interest in computers and applications as well as providing a means of communication for people sharing an interest in computers.

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