The Department of Mathematics and Computer Science equips you with a solid foundation in the mathematical and computational sciences, preparing you for lifelong independent learning and innovative thinking in a constantly changing discipline. 

Our Goal

Supported by a liberal arts education, the department seeks to develop the total person, one sensitive to social and ethical concerns affected by the computing discipline and committed to addressing the needs of a diverse and interconnected modern society. 

We achieve this goal by treating you as the individual you are while encouraging significant interaction among students, faculty and staff. Faculty involve you in their research, providing substantial opportunities for hands-on learning and networking experiences. Student organizations for both mathematics and computer science majors provide social and learning support. 

Together, we learn. 

Commitment to Excellence

Over 90 percent of recent graduates have gone to graduate school and/or have found employment related to their computer science major. Recent job placement has been with organizations such as:

  • Pixar (R&D in Computer Generated Imaging)
  • EA Sports (game development)
  • FBI (cyber security)
  • Raytheon (first-responder command system)
  • Google, Inc.

Some of our students have received graduate assistantships in computer science PhD programs at a number of major institutions, including:

  • University of California at Berkeley
  • University of Wisconsin at Madison
  • University of Washington
  • Notre Dame
  • University of Pittsburgh

"Everyone has the potential to be great at mathematics, but they often simply don’t have to opportunity to realize that potential. But at Duquesne University’s Math department, every student has the opportunity to succeed and be great at Math. Duquesne offers a wide variety of classes for every interest, and professors are always happy to help each individual student succeed."

Alex Barr, Mathematics major

Undergraduate Program Tracks

The B.S. in Applied Mathematics, which requires a minimum of 39 credit hours of mathematics, is recommended for students interested in scientific applications or further study in mathematics at the undergraduate level. 

Explore Applied Mathematics
Our B.A. in Computer Science is the perfect opportunity for those who wish to study the discipline but would like to double major or minor in an area outside of the sciences. The Computer Science B.S. offers all of the same classes offered in the B.A. but includes extra-disciplinary requirements in the maths and sciences. 
Explore Computer Science
Our Cybersecurity Studies program combines elements of Computer Science and International Relations to prepare students for the fast-paced world of cybersecurity. Explore Cybersecurity Studies
Our Data Science B.S. program at will prepare you to provide practical solutions to problems involving small data sets to massive amounts of data. This incorporates the entire data science pipeline, including problem formulation, data collection, high powered computing, statistical analyses, and meaningful interpretation. Those who are interested in positions such as data scientists, business intelligence officers and data analysts should pursue our Data Science program!

Explore Data Science
Students pursuing either a B.A. or a B.S. in Mathematics will prepare them for a wide range of careers or graduate school. We also have options for these students to fast track to a Master's in Computational Mathematics & Statistics. 

Explore Mathematics B.A./B.S.

Graduate Program Tracks

Pursue a Master's and set yourself up for success. We offer two graduate programs through the Department of Mathematics & Computer Science.

Scholarship & Award Opportunities

This scholarship supports Duquesne University students enrolled in the McAnulty College of Liberal Arts and majoring in either Applied Mathematics, Data Science, Mathematics, Computer Science, or Cybersecurity. The scholarship is based on academic and extracurricular achievement.
Established in 2014 through a generous gift from the Loch family, the Charles A. Loch memorial fund recognizes the top mathematics and computer science graduates with a monetary award in honor of the late Chuck Loch, who was a tenured Duquesne University mathematics professor of 42 years and former departmental chair of the Mathematics and Computer Science department.
Women in STEM at Duquesne University promotes and supports women in basic and applied sciences, technology, engineering and mathematics career paths at Duquesne University. WIS@DU offers travel awards and scholarships for eligible students.
WIS@DU offers awards (up to $500) to assist female students attending and/or presenting at scientific conferences. These awards can be used for travel (air travel, local travel, or mileage reimbursement), meeting/conference/workshop registration fees and hotel/lodging costs.
Through the support of the Clare Boothe Luce (CBL) Foundation, WIS@DU administers scholarships to undergraduate females majoring in select STEM disciplines, including Mathematics, Applied Math, Computer Science, and Data Science. The CBL scholarships may be used for tuition and fees, as well as room and board, if tuition is already covered by other scholarships. Additional support from the University will allow CBL scholars to participate in the Undergraduate Research Program (URP) at Duquesne following their junior year; this includes program costs, housing and meals. Additionally, CBL scholars will be fully immersed in the Duquesne University Women in STEM organization (WIS) activities and be provided with opportunities for mentoring, career development and K-12 STEM outreach activities in the community.

Meet Our Faculty

Dr. Adam Drozdek

Dr. Adam Drozdek

Associate Professor, Computer Science

Dr. John Fleming

Dr. John Fleming

Graduate Director, MS in Computational Mathematics & Statistics and Associate Professor, Mathematics

Matthew Goodburn

Matthew Goodburn

Instructor, Mathematics

Dr. Jeffrey Jackson

Dr. Jeffrey Jackson

Graduate Director, MS in Computer Science and Professor, Computer Science

Dr. Patrick Juola

Dr. Patrick Juola

Professor of Computer Science, Cybersecurity Studies Coordinator, Joseph A. Lauritis, C.S.Sp. Endowed Chair in Teaching and Technology

Dr. John Kern

Dr. John Kern

Associate Professor, Mathematics and Associate Dean, McAnulty College & Graduate School of Liberal Arts

Dr. Stacey Levine

Dr. Stacey Levine

Professor, Mathematics

Alex Lipecky

Alex Lipecky

Instructor, Mathematics

Dr. Rachael Miller Neilan

Dr. Rachael Miller Neilan

Associate Professor, Mathematics and Assistant Chair, Department of Mathematics & Computer Science

Larisa Shtrahman

Larisa Shtrahman

Instructor, Mathematics

Dr. Donald Simon

Dr. Donald Simon

Associate Professor, Computer Science

Sean Tierney

Sean Tierney

Senior Instructor, Mathematics

Dr. Karl Wimmer

Dr. Karl Wimmer

Department Chair, Department of Mathematics & Computer Science and Associate Professor, Mathematics

Joseph Worthington

Joseph Worthington

Instructor, Mathematics

Dr. Samantha Allen

Dr. Samantha Allen

Associate Professor, Mathematics

Dr. Nicholas Hurl

Dr. Nicholas Hurl

Visiting Assistant Professor, Mathematics

Dr. Robert Muth

Dr. Robert Muth

Assistant Professor, Mathematics

Brent Rogus

Brent Rogus

Instructor, Mathematics

Andrew Segal

Andrew Segal

Instructor, Computer Science

Contact for more info

Department of Mathematics & Computer Science