Missouri Technology Colleges

University of Missouri-Columbia

The University of Missouri’s Department of Computer Science challenges students with a rigorous program and prepares them for a wide variety of careers. In 2005, Mizzou launched their IT program with a charitable donation from AT&T/SBC.

This program has attracted some of the nation’s top students due to its state-of-the-art facilities and provides Information Technology majors with opportunities to work in one of the most exciting businesses-Hollywood. Students at MU have been able to intern and produce full-length films for well-known Hollywood companies and develop invaluable computer animation and visual effects skills. Students will also be prepared to pursue careers in areas such as software systems, networking, multimedia, programming, and many more. For more information visit www.cs.missouri.edu or call 573-882-4375.

Missouri University of Science and Technology

In a 2008 study, Forbes.com rated Missouri S&T as No. 1 in the Midwest and 12th nationally among public colleges for “getting rich.” In 2008, a survey by Payscale.com said graduates from Missouri S&T receive the highest starting salaries in the Midwest after graduation.

Missouri S&T provides students with a firm foundation in developing software, implementing hardware and software, and critical problem solving skills essential for establishing a successful professional life after graduation. Missouri S&T’s areas of excellence include software engineering, critical infrastructure protection, and bioinformatics. Students who choose this university will be a part of one of the premier institutions in the nation. To learn more visit cs.mst.edu or call 573-341-4491.

University of Missouri-Kansas City

The Department of Computer Science and Electrical Engineering at UMKC serves to provide students with rich, well-balanced comprehension in a variety of computer science-related fields. UMKC offers three undergraduate degrees: Bachelor of Science/Arts in Computer Science, Bachelor of Science in Electrical Computer Engineering, and a Bachelor of Information Technology.

UMKC equips students with the skills necessary to become successful technical engineers and researchers. In addition, UMKC is internationally known for its graduate program which specializes in Networking and Telecommunications and is currently developing a sophisticated new program with an emphasis on bioinformatics. For more information visit sce.umkc.edu or call 816-235-2360.