The LMU Seaver Computer Science Summer Institute (CSSI) is a summer experience for first-year students studying computer science or related STEM fields. Students who are the first in their families to pursue a four-year degree or have a high financial need are strongly encouraged to apply. No prior programming experience is needed to participate.
Elements of LMU Seaver CSSI
Virtual Summer Programming
- Three weeks of technical instruction and team-based project development.
- Soft-skills development, interviewing and resume writing workshops, and team-building activities.
- Interaction with LMU computer science alumni working in the tech industry.
2024 Program Dates
July 29th - August 16th, with on-campus activities on August 20th and August 21st.
Early Move-In
LMU Seaver CSSI students will have the opportunity to move in early to their residences, one day before incoming first-year students move into their dorms. The early move in date gives students the opportunity to get together and participate in group activities before the semester begins.
Apply to Join
In order to access the application, students must be committed to LMU for fall 2024. Login using your FutureLions credentials and apply to CSSI by clicking here.
Application Deadline
July 5th, 2024.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about participating in this learning community, contact Center for Student Success at css@lmu.edu.
"CSSI introduced me to an amazing community of people, which I'm super grateful to be a part of - it warms my heart to see familiar and friendly faces on campus! I'm so grateful to have been a part of CSSI, and I am very excited to see where CS will take me!"
- Elena Martinez
Mathematics
"The most important benefit that I received from this program was not necessarily the skills that I gained, but rather the people that I met. These outstanding people made adjusting to college life an easy and smooth transition, and they will be my best friends for years to come.”
- Joey Ortiz
Computer Science
Philanthropic Support
Past funding for LMU Seaver CSSI has been generously provided by:
- D.K. Kim Foundation
- The Pipkin Family Foundation