Math and Computer Science
$77,500
MEDIAN SALARY FOR UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS
$92,500
MEDIAN SALARY FOR GRADUATE STUDENTS
The Department of Mathematics and Computer Science (MCS) provides a comprehensive computer science education.
With a unique approach to computer science education, it’s no wonder that LTU students reach the highest possible levels in their fields. LTU students publish more peer-reviewed scientific papers than most other computer science departments, including leading private and public universities.
In 2022, our on-line master’s program in computer science ranked 11th in the country . Students discover courses that combine theoretical computer science foundations with industry-relevant practical knowledge. LTU’s internationally recognized faculty help to guide each student. This personal attention optimizes the learning experience and enhances creativity and complex problem-solving skills.
Mission Statement
To cultivate an analytical, quantitative, computational, and interdisciplinary mindset in our students. Faculty are committed to providing students with data-driven skills using mathematical and computational methods that are critical for understanding and solving today’s most challenging problems.
Featured Programs
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
Concentration in Game Software Development
Amusement, amazement, education, entertainment-gaming possesses an exciting synthesis of science and art, power and playability. Game designers conceive and create interactive games for consumer use, applying aspects of probability, technology, artificial intelligence, and visual and sound aesthetics essential to a game playing experience.
PHD
Computer Science
Participate in forefront research across various domains and collaborate with faculty to address challenging problems in the realms of mathematics and computer science.
National Science Foundation (NSF) Grants
Meet the Faculty
Eric Martinson
Associate Professor
Martinson joins LTU after a successful career in industries and organizations as diverse as Toyota working on autonomous cars, the US Department of Defense (DoD) as a postdoctoral fellow in the Naval Research Laboratory and a DoD contractor with Soar Technology, and Toyota and iRobot working on home robotics. He holds 13 patents with an additional one pending and has authored or co-authored 46 peer-reviewed articles.
News with the College of Arts + Sciences
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