The College of Computing, Data Science and Society (CDSS) is the first new college at Cal in 50 years. Its purpose is to meld computer science and data science with other disciplines and to pursue state of the art advances in these subjects for the betterment of humankind and our planet.

The new CDSS building is set to open in 2025.  The majors and programs are as follows:

Computer Science, B.A.

Students interested in Berkeley’s Computer Science should apply directly to the major via the Application for Admission.  Once enrolled, students may pursue a double major, simultaneous degree, or minor. Speak with a CS advisor to learn more.

Electrical Engineering and Computer Sciences (EECS)

EECS is one of the hardest majors to get into at Cal. There are a lot of courses and very few applicants transfer from a non-CCC. To learn more of what is expected as a EECS transfer, click here.

Data Science Undergraduate Studies

Students in Data Science pursue diverse paths: Some immerse themselves in research, others spend summers in internships. The Data Science major is a flexible program, allowing  students to create a curriculum that best fits their educational goals. Learn more about the data science major here.  

Transfer Mentors are available the summer before your first fall term to help with with course scheduling extra-curricular opportunities, internships, and other transition issues. Click to learn more about transfer mentors.

The Statistics Major 

Statistics is currently in the College of Letters & Science, so Statistics majors must fulfill L&S Degree Requirements in addition to major requirements. However, the Statistics major and minor will soon be transferring into the College of Computing, Data Science, and Society (CDSS).

The major includes 4 lower division math courses, 1 lower division statistics course, and 9 upper division courses. Read Statistics FAQs here.

The Center for Computational Biology

The mission of the Center for Computational Biology is to support interdisciplinary research on the broad array of subjects that cover the interface between computation and biology, and to foster graduate and undergraduate education in the field. Possible research opportunities for undergrads. More on the Center for Computational Bio.

The College of Computing, Data Science and Society website