Who was the first women in America who get PhD degree computer science?

The first woman in America to earn a PhD in Computer Science is considered to be Marlyn Meltzer, who received her degree from the University of Pennsylvania in 1961.

While there may be debate about who technically holds the title, Meltzer is widely recognized for her pioneering work in the field. Her dissertation focused on "Methods for Synthesizing Programs from Their Specifications," which is a significant contribution to the field of software engineering.