COMPUTER SCIENCE & SOFTWARE ENGINEERING

COMPUTER SCIENCE - RESEARCHER TRACK

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The Researcher track is aimed at students interested in graduate school or research-heavy careers.

The Researcher track introduces students to the research method and provides opportunities for students to practice and engage in the scientific research process. Students take courses in great papers in CS, linear algebra, and theory of computation.

Students in the Researcher track focus on questions in the forefront of modern computing while understanding the underlying theory behind computing. The Researcher track culminates in a senior research capstone, that provides valuable experience in formulating research questions and engaging in the process of scientific discovery under the guidance of a faculty supervisor. 

RESEARCHER CURRICULUM FLOWCHART

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CS Reimagined

RHIT is evolving its academic offerings with a unified Computer Science major in fall 2026. This flexible curriculum includes two pathways—Developer and Researcher—allowing students to tailor their studies while gaining a strong foundation in computing. Explore how this new program prepares students for success in today’s tech environment.

Computer Science @ Rose

Learn about the latest happenings in the Computer Science program at Rose-Hulman.

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Rose-Hulman Launches Unified Computer Science Major with New AI, Cybersecurity, and Data Science Specializations

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Photo collage of 2025 Students Honors & Awards Ceremony

Students Honored for Top-of-Class, Academic Department Achievements

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A group of Rose-Hulman NASA Lunar Autonomy Challenge students

Rose-Hulman Team Makes it to the Top 10 of the NASA Lunar Autonomy Challenge

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