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Apply your knowledge of software and programming to your passion.
Our Bachelor of Arts in Computer Science degree gives you the flexibility to incorporate a wide range of interests. You will still focus on software and software systems and also learn how to apply that knowledge.
U.S. News & World Report has ranked Wright State's undergraduate engineering programs as No. 150 among hundreds of engineering programs across the nation. The program faculty are dedicated to student success and offer one-on-one support to all students. The university is also located in Dayton, Ohio, a hub of technical expertise in industrial engineering, human factors engineering, aerospace, unmanned aerial systems, engineering innovation, and more for internships and future career advancement.
High school classes that will help with your undergraduate degree include:
You can also check out College Credit Plus options.
This degree in computer science will allow you to work in many industries. Computer systems analysis and design, programming, network administration, and website development are a few areas you can explore.
The program allows for the greatest flexibility of course study. You will develop a broad understanding of many disciplines. Including the application of technology and computers in these fields. Our graduates can pursue a wide array of careers. The average starting salary for Computer Science 2024 graduates was $74,778. (NACE, Winter 2024)
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It's never too early—or too late to start managing your career in engineering. Learn more about the Brandeberry Career Development Center.
We encourage you to apply skills learned in the classroom through study abroad, undergraduate research, co-op/internships, and/or service learning. You will learn from qualified professionals who actively work in the field of computer science and work on computer science projects, allowing you to apply your classroom education to real-world situations.
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View the Bachelor of Arts in Computer Science program information, degree requirements, and graduation planning strategy in the Academic Catalog.
We will revise our programs to keep them as current as possible. Your advisor will go over your options if there is a change.
Review the admission requirements and complete the admission application. Identify your desired major on the application. If you meet university admission requirements you are admitted to the college.
If you are a current student and wish to change majors, go to the WINGS Express major/minor change request form and change your major. Talk to your advisor about majoring in computer science.
There are many ways to offset the cost of your degree. With our program, you will be eligible for paid internships starting your sophomore year. There are also scholarships and other financial aid options. For more information check out the university's financial aid section.
Annual Student Enrollment: 89 Fall 2021
Graduation Data: 26 (Summer 2020 - Spring 2021)
Program educational objectives describe what graduates are expected to attain within a few years after graduation. Three to five years after matriculation, graduates of our Bachelors of Arts in Computer Science program will be:
Students who complete the Bachelor of Arts in Computer Science will have an ability to:
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