Computational neuroscience links the information processing features of the brain and nervous system with the information processing systems of computer hardware and software. WSU's computational neuroscience program is an interdisciplinary offering that allows students to study both neurobiology and computer science. The program emphasizes the organism and the machine as information processing entities. The program is designed to allow students to acquire a breadth of knowledge in computational subjects (math, bioengineering, computer science, and electrical engineering), or to focus on either software design (computer science) or hardware aspects of computation (computer engineering).

Common computational neuroscience careers include work in computer programming (artificial neural networks), process control engineering, academic research, biomedical engineering and instrumentation, biomedical imaging and radiology, economics and forecasting, stock market analysis, satellite imaging and analysis, and robotics. Computational neuroscience is excellent preparation for graduate school in scientific and technical fields. The program in computational neuroscience also provides ideal preparation for professional programs such as medical, veterinary, or pharmacy school. Computational neuroscience majors with a computer science or engineering minor can expect to make between $40,000 and $60,000 at first. Salaries can rise dramatically with on-the-job experience.