UC San Diego School of Computing, Information and Data Sciences

UC San Diego’s School of Computing, Information and Data Sciences (SCIDS) brings together computing, data, and AI to address some of today’s most complex challenges. By integrating research, education, and real-world application, the school prepares students and researchers to turn data into meaningful insight and impact.

The School of Computing, Information and Data Sciences builds on the combined strengths of the San Diego Supercomputer Center—an international leader in high-performance and data-intensive computing—and the Halıcıoğlu Data Science Institute, a pioneering hub for interdisciplinary data science and AI.

Together, they form a dynamic academic environment that advances cutting-edge research, fosters collaboration across disciplines, and prepares the next generation to lead in a data-driven world.

A New Kind of School for a Data-Driven World

We’re redefining how computing, data, and AI are taught and applied—bringing together disciplines, hands-on learning, and real-world experience to prepare you for what’s next. You’ll learn from leading faculty at the forefront of their fields, collaborate across disciplines, and gain the skills to turn ideas into impact.