School of Computer and Information Sciences

At Drexel University’s School of Computer and Information Sciences (SCIS), you’ll experience ingenuity at work – and a fierce intensity to invent the best future through technology.

From our position on the leading edge of information and technology, Drexel's SCIS instills the knowledge and skills necessary for our students to lead and innovate across industries in a rapidly evolving technological landscape.

Building on Drexel University’s exceptional foundation of entrepreneurship and cooperative education, we provide unparalleled professional experiences and on-the-job training that is vital to preparing today’s students for tomorrow’s world. At SCIS, our unique structure bridging computer and information sciences in a dynamic, collaborative unit allows us to spot trends before they emerge, to solve problems before they occur, and to build a better tomorrow starting today.

SCIS contributes to theory and practice along dimensions that include technical, human, organizational, policy, and societal considerations. This broad perspective positions us to address the complex, multi-disciplinary problems that are increasingly common as society becomes more dependent on information technology.

SCIS's academic programs provide broad and deep coverage of computer and information sciences. For more information, please visit our website.

About the School

The School of Computer and Information Sciences (SCIS) offers a number of undergraduate degrees in computer science, computing and security technology, data science, information systems, and software engineering. The degree programs are open to freshmen and transfers from other departments at Drexel and other universities. Students have access to the computing facilities available to all Drexel students.

The School educates professionals through its interdisciplinary programs to meet a wide range of needs in the computing and informatics fields to benefit all sectors of society.

Transfer admission for traditional undergraduate programs occurs in the fall term only due to the sequence of required courses. Internal transfer students can be admitted at any term. Admission to the BS in Computing and Security Technology is offered on a rolling basis. Please contact an undergraduate advisor for more information.

Cooperative Education

Cooperative education emphasizes career management through experiential learning as an integral part of the education process. The co-op is based on employment in practical, major-related positions consistent with the interests, abilities, and aptitudes of the students.

For more general information on Drexel University's co-op opportunities, visit the Drexel Steinbright Career Development Center.