Welcome to the Computer Science Department

Appalachian's Department of Computer Science provides a rigorous, high-quality education that prepares students for the computing industry or graduate education. Computer science programs are not easy, but the rewards can be outstanding.

Our Bachelor of Science in Computer Science program is accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET.

Our Master of Science in Computer Science program began in 1997 and serves to deepen one's understanding of the field in preparation for career advancement or doctoral studies. We have several MS alums who have earned their PhDs and are professor'ing at other schools! The "Accelerated Master's" program can help you get your MS degree in as little as 1 additional year! Follow the Academics link to the Graduate Program for full details.

We invite you to browse our website, visit our campus, or send email to learn more about our department. You will find a challenging curriculum, excellent facilities, and an accessible faculty committed to quality computer science education.

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Dr. T receives major university research award

Congratulations to Dr. Rahman Tashakkori!! He has been selected as the 2025 recipient of the Chancellor's Excellence in Research, Scholarship, an...

App State alumnus Tommy Guy ’07 shares remarks at the 2024 Appalachian Scholarship Celebration as the featured donor speaker. Guy is a graduate of the College of Arts and Sciences — holding degrees in religion and philosophy and mathematics — and has established multiple scholarships within the college. Photo by Chase Reynolds

From philosophy to AI: App State alumnus Tommy Guy ’07 champions interdisciplinary learning

BOONE, N.C. — Learning to approach problems from an interdisciplinary perspective has long been one of the defining characteristics of an Appalachia...

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Shane Miller Receives Staff Shout Out

A colleague praised Miller for "awesome detective work!" They explained, "Shane resolved a years-old and recurring hotel charge among other investigat...

Sam Arkle (upper left), Gracie Bullington ’23 (upper right), Claire Ringland Calhoun (lower left) and Chase Riddell (lower right) were inducted into the Fall 2024 Cratis D. Williams Society. Photos submitted

Fall 2024 Cratis D. Williams Society inductees include four CAS graduates

BOONE, N.C. — In the Spring and Fall, Appalachian State University's Cratis D. Williams School of Graduate Studies seeks nominations for t...

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Thank You for Your Service

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Status

Service

Kyle CooperGraduated in 2003Served in Afghanistan and Iraq
Nicholas JenkinsGraduated in 2006Served in Iraq
Steve McKinneyGraduated in 2006Served in Kuwait
John SimmonsGraduated in 2007Served in Iraq
Caleb ThorpeGraduated in 200?Served in Iraq