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Mar 25, 2026
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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
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120 credits |
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| Stout Core General Education Requirements: |
33-36 credits |
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| Major Requirements: |
80 credits |
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| Free Electives: |
to reach 120 credits |
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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)
Communications & Literacy (9 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)
Computer Science (29 credits)
Concentrations (29-32 credits)
Select one concentration. Game Design & Development Concentration (29 credits)
Specialization Selective (3 credits / choose 1)
Choose one of the following: Games Cross-Disciplinary Selective (3 credits / choose 1)
Choose one of the following: Cyber Security & Secure Software Development Concentration (32 credits)
CS-458 SE Practicum must be taken twice (for 8 credits total). CNIE Selective (3 credits / choose 1)
Choose one of the following: 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. - CS-458 Software Engineering Practicum (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 *. |
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