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Computer Science Prof. Paúl Pauca teaches a Mobile and Pervasive Computing class at WakerSpace on Thursday, February 6, 2025. Micah Bozkurtian ('25) and Trevor Finnegan ('26), work together in class.

Welcome to the
Department of Computer Science

The Department of Computer Science at Wake Forest University is dedicated to preparing students for exciting employment opportunities and entering our own or other prestigious graduate programs. We boast a highly-qualified and passionate faculty who enjoy student engagement in and out of the classroom.

We pride ourselves on the opportunities provided to our students for meaningful participation in leading-edge research on a broad range of contemporary topics creating solutions to real-world problems.

Research

Students have the opportunity and are encouraged to work with faculty members on research projects. Research interactions often stem from shared interests between students and faculty and may involve various types of engagement and expectations around the research work.

Learn About Our Research
Wake Forest University URECA scholars present about their research and creative activities at URECA Day.
Dr. Ying Zhang's Software Engineering Class in Alumni Hall

The Student Experience

Our Department is an intimate community allowing deep engagement between students and faculty, dedicated to making use of innovative approaches to teaching and learning, performing impactful research, and providing meaningful service opportunities.

Student-Faculty Engagement, Activities & Clubs
Alumni Highlights

By the Numbers

15

Permanent Faculty

180

Number of Majors & Minors

15

MS Students

What’s Happening

All News & Events

Department Info

Who We Are

Get to know our department faculty and staff.

Faculty
Staff

Resources

Learn more about our undergraduate programs.

Undergraduate Overview
Computer Science Center
Scholarships and Aid