Miami University in Ohio has announced that the Ohio Department of Higher Education has approved a new degree in Quantum Computing. This program, which is the first of its kind at an Ohio institution, received approval on March 12.
This decision followed endorsements from the university’s Senate and Board of Trustees in December.
The Quantum Computing degree is set to launch in August and is believed to be the first nationwide to focus specifically on the software aspects of quantum computing.
In January, Miami University and the Cleveland Clinic announced a partnership to establish the Ohio Institute for Quantum Computing Research, Talent, and Commercialization in Cleveland.
Miami University President Gregory Crawford noted that a new generation of students will benefit from a curriculum that encompasses various computing platforms, from classical systems to advanced high-performance and quantum computing techniques.
He emphasized that Ohio and Miami University are positioned at the forefront of quantum technology.
Quantum computing is a multidisciplinary field that combines elements of mathematics, computer science, and physics.
Quantum computers can solve complex problems more quickly than classical computers by investigating multiple parallel solutions rather than processing them sequentially.
By developing Ohio’s first specialized degree program in this area, Miami University aims to provide research experiences in quantum computing that nurture the scientific and entrepreneurial talent necessary for creating new companies, enhancing existing businesses, and advancing organizations that leverage quantum computing.
Beena Sukumaran, dean of the College of Engineering and Computing, referred to the new degree as a testament to Miami’s commitment to preparing students for the future.
She stated that the program provides rigorous training in computational skills relevant to a rapidly evolving field and its applications across various domains, including health sciences, neuroscience, cybersecurity, finance, and physics.
Developed in partnership with the Cleveland Clinic, the program will provide faculty and students with the opportunity to collaborate with leading medical researchers, utilizing quantum computing to address significant medical challenges.
Miami’s new Quantum Computing degree approved by Ohio Department of Higher Education:
Innovative major set to launch in Augusthttps://t.co/1SAI47yxmb@miamiuniversity @MiamiOHCEC @OhioHigherEd— MiamiOH News (@MiamiOHNews) March 18, 2025
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