Programs + Admissions
If you want to shape the future of an increasingly data-driven world, there’s a place for you in CDS.
BU Secures Top Spots in Latest Digital Leaders in Higher Education Rankings
#9 in Data Science, AI & Business Analytics
Recognized as a global leader in data science, AI, and digital innovation—Boston University is cited for excellence in digital talent and transformation in higher education.
Culture + Community
There’s no school like CDS because CDS isn’t a school. It’s a community of people who share an interest in advancing computing and data sciences for a better society.
Schools & Colleges
11
Our diverse faculty come from 23 departments in 11 of BU's schools & colleges, bringing Data Science expertise in everything from Theology to Engineering.
# of majors
150
+
In just one year, the Data Science major has over 150 declared majors.
Annual growth in enrollments
370
%+
The number of students taking DS courses is growing in leaps and bounds, drawing students from all across the University.
Research + Impact
We aren’t just leading innovative research, we’re tackling society’s biggest challenges.
Explore
A connective tissue bridging all disciplines, CDS brings together students, faculty, and partners to make a real-world impact.
Faculty Stories
Members of our faculty are drawn from all areas of computing & data sciences. Read about their research vision and projects in the pipeline.
Recent News
The latest news and innovations from CDS.
Five New CDS Electives: Spring 2027
What each new course covers, who it's for, and what you need before you register. If you've ever wanted to build a language model instead of just prompting one, this is your semester. Spring's new electives take you inside how LLMs actually work, how platforms keep their users safe, and how AI is transforming weather […]
Celebrating the Inaugural CDS Talent Sprint
Use the left and right arrow keys (← →) to navigate through the photos. On September 24, 2026, Boston University’s Faculty of Computing & Data Sciences hosted its inaugural CDS Talent Sprint, bringing students and six industry partners together for personalized interviews and career conversations at the Duan Family Center for Computing & Data Sciences. […]
AI Didn’t Kill the Computing Degree
AI can write code and run models on its own. That doesn't make computer science and data science degrees obsolete, says Associate Provost Azer Bestavros. It changes what they're for.
Advancing Responsible AI: Naomi Saphra Joins CDS as Assistant Professor
We're excited to welcome Assistant Professor Naomi Saphra to CDS, bringing her passion deep learning and real-world impact. Read her Q&A here!
Duan Family Faculty Fellow Emily Ryan Helps Launch Clean Energy Tools for Massachusetts
Read about the local sustainability impact being made by Faculty Fellow Emily Ryan and her team!
2026 Faculty, Staff, & Student Awards
The 2025-2026 academic year has come to a close, so we're celebrating community achievement! Students, faculty, and staff were recognized this year for their work and impact.
CDS Assistant Professor Siddharth Mishra-Sharma Leads BU in Joining NSF Institute for Artificial Intelligence
Boston University is joining a national effort to pioneer the forefront of artificial intelligence. Read here about how CDS is now apart of the NSF's AI Institute for Artificial Intelligence and Fundamental Interactions (IAIFI).
CDS and Bioinformatics Faculty and Students Recognized for Innovation
BU's Rafik B. Hariri Institute for Computing and Computational Science & Engineering has announced its awardees for this year's fellowships and research programs!