Overview
In an increasingly technology-driven world, Trinity’s computer science programs prepare students to lead the way as experts in the digital realm. The Bachelor of Science provides broad education in the principles of computing, as well as training in the design and development of systems and applications.
Fast Facts
- Curriculum guided by the Association for Computing Machinery
- Member of National Center for Women & Information Technology’s Academic Alliance, and Southern Learning Circle, and of San Antonio Women in Technology
- Member of Cyber Innovation and Research Consortium

What You'll Study
An algorithm for success
Faculty
Experts in their field, mentors in the classroom
Computer science faculty are avid researchers, with interests spanning a broad range of topics, including theory, ethics, security, simulation of physical and social systems, artificial intelligence and machine learning, bioinformatics, educational game design, mobile systems, and more. Students don’t just learn about these subjects in the classroom, though—they can research alongside faculty, getting hands-on experience in cutting-edge technology.









Student Opportunities
Byte into the real world with hands-on learning
Mach Fellowships
HEP Fellowships
Students participate in faculty research projects and have the opportunity to present their research at conferences, where they interact with other...
Many students work in paid summer internships or research projects.
Undergraduate research labs contain state-of-the-art equipment that is replaced on a regular and frequent schedule.
Association for Computing Machinery (ACM)
Trinity University Women in Computing (TUWIC)
Trinity Women In Science and Technology (TWIST)
Students can receive the Charles Babbage–Ada Lovelace Computing Award for superior achievement or the Outstanding Senior and Junior Research Award for...
Trinity’s computer science-related events include...
When You Graduate
Programmed for Success
Our world is increasingly reliant on technology—and with a minor in computer science, Trinity students have highly sought-after skills to thrive, no matter what career or graduate program they pursue.
Careers
Computer science is a highly coveted field, and graduates are in demand no matter the industry. Trinity alumni are recruited by businesses of all sizes, as well as research and government organizations, and some also pursue graduate studies. Some students choose to further their formal education through masters or doctorate degrees.
Graduate Schools or Programs:
- Harvard
- Princeton
- Indiana University
- Rice University
- University of Chicago
- University of Massachusetts at Amherst
Career Areas:
- Consulting
- Data analysis
- Software development/engineering
- Project management
- Other IT-related jobs such as database administration and information systems management
Notable Companies who have Hired Trinity Graduates:
- Amazon
- Dell
- HEB
- IBM
- Intel
- Microsoft
- Rackspace
- USAA
Take the next step
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