UNPUBLISHED Computer Science
Computer Science at Rollins goes beyond code. You’ll master core CS—multiple languages, computational foundations, and modern software practices—while building the skills that matter: critical thinking, clear communication, problem solving, and ethics.
Learn by doing through faculty-mentored research, community projects, and internships—in Orlando, a top-10 STEM city and tech hub for tourism, simulation, and space, with growing semiconductor, autonomous-vehicle, and fintech sectors.
Why Study Computer Science at Rollins
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The Value of Teamwork
The stereotype that computer scientists work in isolation is a myth. Rollins professors emphasize collaboration in each class and every project.
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Interactive Learning
Starting with your first programming course, you’ll grow through doing. Faculty rarely lecture, instead discussing how to use techniques while you literally have your hands on the task.
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Fully Prepared for a Career
The professors' mission is to shape your college experience for the career you envision. The evidence is that graduates go directly from Rollins to PhD programs and positions with major tech companies.
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“The challenges of certain projects exposed me to the very real necessity of working in a team. Don’t get me wrong. We weren’t coddled in our projects. In fact, I believe we were strategically placed to create some discomfort, which encouraged everyone to grow and experience true collaboration.”
Real World Experience
From community engagement courses to internships and research, computer science students hone their skills in the real world.
Popular Courses
The faculty’s personal focus on each student and collaboration with an advisory council comprised of leading industry professionals allows them to continually adjust the computer science courses to align with leading trends.
CMS 270 Object-Oriented Design and Development
You’ll use your programming toolbox to figure out new ways to program anything from a coffee pot to a video game. Small class sizes allow an emphasis on agile development.
CMS 380 Simulation Design and Analysis
Investigate how to use randomness to model the world. Write computer programs to model everything from pandemic trends to the lines at theme parks while probing advanced concepts in probability.
CMS 430 Artificial Intelligence
Learn about language and modeling for artificial intelligence systems. By understanding the social impact of AI from the inside, you’ll be on the cutting edge of this rapidly advancing technology.
CMS 490 Security
Cyber security is a hot topic in the computer industry—and will be in the future. So the faculty implemented this course to allow students to face the issue head on with hands-on projects.
CMS 484 Computer Science Capstone
Work on a team to solve a real-life problem with your own program. Recent projects have included automated systems for ordering food in your dorm and for improving parking on campus.
CMS 495 Computational Photography
On the surface, this class looks to give students experience with new photo-manipulation methods. At its core, the lessons in design and problem solving transcend photography.
Beyond the Classroom
High-Profile Internships Former Rollins students have blazed a path for future Rollins students at places like Lockheed Martin, NASA, Amazon, Dell, and the Harris Corporation. Mentors at these corporations now actively seek Rollins students.
Study Abroad Rollins instructors groom students to engage in global educational experiences in Germany, Japan, England, Australia, and Spain, among other countries. Professors at universities abroad say Rollins students are among the most capable in their programs.
Summer Research Opportunities Whether through the competitive Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REUs) funded by the National Science Foundation or on-campus projects through our Student-Faculty Collaborative Scholarship Program, our students have the chance to engage in a variety of high-level research.
Dive into Computer Science
Rollins Computer Science prepares you to think critically, build responsibly, and lead with impact. You’ll graduate with the technical skills and judgment to thrive across fields—from media and business to government.
Your Future in Computer ScienceExpert Faculty
Our computer science faculty hold terminal degrees in the field, but at Rollins, your professors are more than experts. They are passionate teachers, collaborative partners, and meaningful mentors who are committed to helping you discover your passions and to creating opportunities for you to put your ideas to work in the world.
Department of Math & Computer Science
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Krishna P. Kadiyala, PhD
Assistant Professor of Computer Science
Research interests: Software-defined networking, smart cities, unmanned aerial vehicles, and the Internet of Things
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Dan Myers, PhD
Assistant Professor of Computer Science
Research interests: Computer performance modeling and queuing theory; data analytics for community nonprofits and social innovation
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Valerie Summet, PhD
Faculty Director, Associate Professor of Computer Science
Research interests: Human-computer interaction, assistive technology, computer science education
