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The Computer Science Department contributes to UTEP’s history of excellence by providing a BS in Computer Science program of the highest quality through a participatory approach to education, research, and service to the community. The undergraduate program has been accredited by the Computer Science Accreditation Commission since October 1, 1988. UTEP is designated by the NSA and DHS as a National Center of Academic Excellence (NCAE) in Information Assurance Education and a NCAE in Cyber Operations.

Vision

The vision of the Department of Computer Science is to provide computer science programs of the highest quality through a participatory approach to education, research, and service to the community.

Mission

The mission of the Department of Computer Science is to serve our binational region, the nation, and the world by providing access to excellence through:

• Innovative educational programs that provide inclusive and effective learning environments and prepare graduates to be ethical professionals, leaders, and innovators in computer science (Student Success),
• Pioneering research programs that foster the creation of computing knowledge and invention of new technologies (Research and Innovation),
• Design, development, and potential commercialization of technologies to solve socially-relevant science and engineering problems (Commercialization), and
• Active local and global partnerships and collaborations with educational, government, non-profit, and commercial organizations that align with our commitment to diversity (Collaboration).