Frequently Asked Questions

Here are some of the most frequently asked questions. Please contact us if you cannot find what you are looking for.

What is the ticker symbol for CSC common stock and where is it traded?
The common stock ticker symbol is CSC and the stock is listed on the New York Stock Exchange.

How many common shares are outstanding?
155,368,699 shares of Common Stock, $1.00 par value, were outstanding on October 26, 2012.

When and where was CSC incorporated.
CSC was incorporated April 16, 1959 in Nevada.

How many people are employed by CSC?
CSC employs approximately 96,000 people in offices worldwide.

Who are your independent auditors?
Deloitte & Touche LLP

How can I receive CSC literature?
Copies of CSC literature can be obtained through the Financial Reports and the SEC Filings section of this Web site, or by telephoning our literature/shareholder relations line at (800) 542-3070.

When is the next earnings release date?
The date for CSC's Q3, 2013 results has not yet been announced.

When is the Annual Stockholder meeting?
The 2013 Annual Meeting of Stockholders has not yet been scheduled, however the meeting has typically been held during the first week of August.

How do I sign up for electronic delivery of my CSC proxy materials?
CSC shareholders may enroll for electronic delivery of their proxy materials at www.icsdelivery.com/csc. Electronic delivery provides substantial savings to CSC by eliminating the printing, mailing, handling and delivery costs associated with the distribution of paper copies. On-line access is fast, convenient and conserves natural resources by reducing the amount of paper delivered to your home.

Does CSC pay cash dividends to owners of common stock?
The Board of Directors of CSC (NYSE: CSC) has declared a regular quarterly dividend of $0.20 per share on the company’s Common Stock. The dividend will be paid on January 18, 2013 to stockholders of record at the close of business on December 28, 2012.

When is the record date for the quarterly dividend?
The Record Date is December 28, 2012. CSC's quarterly dividend is payable to shareholders of record at the close of business on this day.

When is the quarterly dividend payable date?
The recent quarterly dividend is payable on January 18, 2013.

What if my dividend check does not arrive in a timely manner following the payment date?
Shareholders who do not receive their dividend checks in a timely manner should contact CSC's transfer agent, Computershare, at 1-800-676-0654. Upon authorization from the shareholder, a stop payment order will be placed against the original check and a replacement check will be issued to you. Once a dividend check is replaced, the original check is no longer valid and should not be cashed if received.

Does CSC offer a Direct Deposit option for dividend payments?
Upon receipt of the dividend, shareholders will have the option to register for Direct Deposit of future quarterly dividends. Through the Direct Deposit service, dividends will be sent directly to your designated bank account on the payment date. For additional information on Direct Deposit, CSC shareholders should contact Computershare at 1-800-676-0654.

Does CSC offer a dividend reinvestment plan?
CSC does not currently offer a dividend reinvestment plan.

How and when will shareholders receive Tax Reporting information related to dividends?
Registered shareholders will receive forms 1099-Div and 1099-B annually from CSC's transfer agent Computershare prior to January 31 for the preceding year's taxes. For additional information on tax information, CSC shareholders should contact Computershare at 1-800-676-0654. For shares held at a brokerage firms, annual tax forms will be mailed or electronically delivered to shareholders.

I am a former record shareholder of DynCorp. How do I exchange my DynCorp stock to receive the merger consideration and share(s) of Computer Sciences Corporation?
On March 7, 2003, stockholders of DynCorp approved the acquisition of DynCorp by CSC. Each share was converted into the right to receive $15 cash and 1.3940 shares of CSC stock. The documents necessary for holders of record to exchange their shares (certificated or uncertificated) will be mailed the week of March 10, 2003. Or you may download the forms. Letter of Transmittal - PDF (308 KB).

I am a former record shareholder of Mynd Corporation. How do I exchange my Mynd stock certificate(s) to receive the merger consideration of $16 per share?
CSC has mailed the exchange documents - PDF (72 KB) to all former Mynd stockholders who did not participate in the tender offer.

I am a former record shareholder of Nichols Research Corporation. How do I exchange my Nichols stock certificate(s) to receive shares of Computer Sciences Corporation?
On November 16, 1999, stockholders of Nichols approved the merger of CSC and Nichols pursuant to which Nichols became a wholly owned subsidiary of CSC. Each share of Nichols common stock was converted into the right to receive 0.423 of a share of the common stock of CSC.

The documents necessary to exchange Nichols stock certificate(s) have been mailed to all former record shareholders of Nichols. The required Letter of Transmittal (doc 55KB) may be downloaded or requested from Mellon Investor Services at (800) 777-3674. Please review the Instructions For Surrendering Certificates section within the LT. In most cases you should NOT endorse your stock certificate(s). Upon completion, return the LT along with all Nichols stock certificates to Mellon Investor Services Reorganization Department at one of the addresses on the front of this form. When mailing stock certificates, we recommend registered or certified mail.
Tax Information Guide (doc 55 KB)

I am an unexchanged stockholder of the Continuum/Hogan companies. How do I exchange my stock certificates?
Unexchanged holders of stock of The Continuum Company, Inc. or Hogan Systems, Inc. should contact CSC's shareholder relations department at (800) 542-3070.

I hold Tracor/TCC stock and have been referred to CSC? Tracor and TCC are former names of The Continuum Company, Inc. which was acquired by CSC. Please see the above question for instructions on how to exchange your stock.

What are the CUSIP numbers for CSC, Nichols, Continuum and Hogan common stock?

CUSIP

Steve Virostek
Director, Investor Relations

Email is welcomed at InvestorRelations@csc.com