Rose-Hulman Redesigns Compsci Major for AI, Cybersecurity

(TNS) — Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology has launched a redesigned computer science major with specializations in artificial intelligence (AI), cybersecurity and data science.

The unified major offers flexible academic pathways that enable students to personalize their education and gain expertise in some of today’s most in-demand fields, according to a news release.

“Rose-Hulman is committed to staying ahead of the curve in STEM education,” said President Robert A. Coons. “With our new, unified computer science major and expanded opportunities in areas like AI, cybersecurity, and data science, we are giving students the flexibility to shape their education around emerging technologies and real-world applications.”

At the heart of the redesign is a new computer science major with two distinct academic pathways:

• Developer pathway — For students interested in real-world software development and careers in industry.
  
• Researcher pathway — For students driven by computing theory, innovation and graduate-level research.

Both pathways offer specialization opportunities in artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, data science, and systems, allowing students to explore these domains from either a practical or theoretical perspective.

As part of this redesign, Rose-Hulman is launching a new specialization in artificial intelligence, adding to recent additions in cybersecurity and data science — three of the most sought-after fields in the tech industry today.

These are also available as minors for students in other disciplines.

• Artificial intelligence — Explore intelligent systems, ethical machine learning, autonomous technology, and more.
  
• Cybersecurity – Gain hands-on experience in secure software development, digital defense, and threat mitigation.
  
• Data science — Turn data into actionable insights through analytics, machine learning, and big data technologies.

“This new structure is designed to give students the flexibility to personalize their learning and dive deep into areas that excite them — whether it’s building practical solutions in industry or pushing boundaries through academic research,” said Sriram Mohan, department head of computer science and software engineering.

To learn more about the new computer science curriculum, visit rhit.edu/newCS.

Applications for fall 2026 are now open. Rose-Hulman’s Early Action application deadline is Nov. 1. Visit rhit.edu for more information.

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