Education
Learning in a changing world
The College of Computing & Artificial Intelligence fosters a collaborative learning environment that helps students build bridges across computing, data, information, and other disciplines.
With classes, certificates, majors, and degree programs that offer both breadth and depth, students develop the technology literacy, technical expertise, and real-world perspective to pursue solutions that serve Wisconsin and beyond.
Prospective students
Connected education
Research opportunities
Work alongside faculty and researchers, gaining experience with research in computing, data, and information sciences.
World-renowned educators
Learn from leading faculty and researchers whose work is shaping their fields and advancing technology for the public good.
Cutting-edge facilities
Explore modern spaces designed for teaching, research, collaboration and student life.
Interdisciplinary majors
Build expertise in your field while exploring connections between computing, data, information, and other areas of study.
Experiential learning
Apply what you learn through hands-on projects, research, and other opportunities outside the classroom.
Entrepreneurial spirit
Develop new ideas and explore how they can be put into practice, with support from industry experts and entrepreneurs.
Beyond the classroom
Education news
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Opening the door to quantum computing
Computer scientists implement a new approach for introducing quantum computing to students, one that breaks through traditional barriers to learning.
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Build it, break it, fix it: Teaching students how to outthink hackers
UW–Madison researchers are collaborating on course material that can teach students how to design and build systems that are resilient to cyberattacks.
Find academic support
No matter where you are in your academic journey, get the support you need in the College of Computing & Artificial Intelligence.
Frequently asked questions
Launched on July 1, 2026, the College of Computing & Artificial Intelligence (CAI) includes the departments of Computer Sciences, Statistics, and the Information School (iSchool). CAI’s home is in Morgridge Hall, which opened in fall 2025.
Academic programs (degrees, majors, and certificates) in these departments will not move into the new college until the 2027–28 academic year.
Students will continue to learn from the same outstanding faculty and take the same high-quality courses they know today, with additional opportunities — new courses, programs, and experiences — emerging as CAI takes shape. While some details are still being thoughtfully developed through the appropriate processes, students can expect strong advising, continuity, and even more options to support their academic paths.
If you start at UW–Madison in the 2026–27 academic year with a first choice major interest in computer sciences, data science, information science, and/or statistics, you will enter the College of Letters & Science.
As degree programs become available (anticipated for 2027–28), we will share details about how new and continuing students can join or transition into these programs.
We have not finalized if or how degree or major requirements will change when programs move to the College of Computing & Artificial Intelligence. We’ll share more information as plans are finalized.
If requirements do change, you will always have the option to:
- Complete the requirements that were in place when you entered your degree and major, or
- Choose the newer set of requirements*, if available and aligned with your goals.
All degrees are awarded by the University of Wisconsin–Madison and are confirmed by the school or college that the major is in. Diplomas list University of Wisconsin–Madison alongside the degree name (e.g., Bachelor of Science).
Diplomas do not list the school or college that confirms the degree. If you declare one of these majors as an L&S student, your degree will be confirmed by the College of Letters & Science. If you declare one of these majors as a CAI student, your degree will be confirmed by the College of Computing & Artificial Intelligence.