Mar 25, 2026  
2026-2027 Undergraduate Bulletin (DRAFT) 
    
2026-2027 Undergraduate Bulletin (DRAFT)

Computer Science, B.S.


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         Computer Science, B.S. 4-year sequences: 

Introduction

Developing computer software consistently tops the best jobs in the U.S. list. The Computer Science program at UW-Stout focuses on computer software and media applications. This program stays current with today’s technologies, devices, and applications. Concentrations in this major focus on specific areas such as cybersecurity or games or you can create your own area of focus by adding an interdisciplinary minor or second major.

General Requirements
Bachelor of Science Degree

Total for Graduation      120 credits  
Stout Core General Education Requirements:   33-36 credits  
Major Requirements: 80 credits  
Free Electives: to reach 120 credits  

Program Requirements


CS, MATH, STAT, MSCS, and GDD courses require a grade of C or better. Each course is labeled with an *.

Stout Core General Education Requirements (CGER) (33-36 credits)


Math & Quantitative Reasoning (3-5 credits)


Social and Behavioral Sciences (6 credits)


Humanities & Arts (6 credits)


Natural Science & Wellness (6-7 credits)


Take at least one natural science with a lab.

Civics & Perspectives (3 credits)


Program Designated Courses


Some of the following required courses may fulfill Stout Core General Education Requirements (CGER) and program requirements.

Major Studies (80 credits)


Concentrations (29-32 credits)


Select one concentration.

Cyber Security & Secure Software Development Concentration (32 credits)

CS-458 SE Practicum must be taken twice (for 8 credits total).

Interdisciplinary Concentration (32 credits**)

CS-458 SE Practicum must be taken twice (for 8 credits total). The Mathematics minor is already included in the major and cannot count as your interdisciplinary credits.

  • (4 cr.) * (Register for CS-458 twice)
  • **In addition, a student must complete a unique minor (not already included in this major), a second major, OR coursework approved by the program director (which may include transfer credits) totaling a minimum of 24 credits.

Free Electives to Reach 120 Credits


Note:


CS, MATH, STAT, MSCS, and GDD courses require a grade of C or better. Each course is labeled with an *.