Stevens Institute of Technology in Hoboken to Launch School of Computing in Fall 2026

Stevens Institute of Technology announced that its Board of Trustees has approved the establishment of a School of Computing, backed by an initial $36 million in philanthropic support, with a targeted launch date of fall 2026.

The new school is designed to prepare students for careers that combine computational expertise with domain knowledge in fields such as life sciences, finance, engineering, and healthcare. University officials said the initiative responds to growing employer demand for graduates who can apply artificial intelligence and computing methods across industries, rather than focus solely on traditional coding skills.

“Artificial intelligence represents a transformation as profound as the widespread adoption of the internet,” said Nariman Farvardin, president of Stevens Institute of Technology. “Institutions of higher education must adapt to AI’s impact on society and the labor market, quickly and strategically. A dedicated School of Computing positions Stevens to lead rather than follow, creating a structure designed for this new landscape where the real competitive advantage lies in integrating AI with disciplinary expertise.”

Computing-related majors currently represent more than 25% of Stevens’ total enrollment. The university ranked ninth in the nation for return on investment 40 years after enrollment, according to U.S. News and World Report in 2025.

“Today’s students pursue education that will make them indispensable in the job market, and employers are signaling they need professionals who can integrate and apply AI and computational methods within their own disciplines,” said Jianmin Qu, provost and senior vice president for academic affairs.

Stevens has launched a national search for a founding dean to lead the school. The university also plans to recruit faculty in artificial intelligence, machine learning, cybersecurity, and related interdisciplinary fields.