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Prospective Students Current Students Faculty & Staff Parents & Family Donors Alumni Our Local Community WPconnect Maps & ContactsApply Now Give to WP Apply Give Computer Science Take the next step with our Admissions team Request Information Apply Now Department of Computer Science Prospective Students CS Program’s Objectives & Outcomes Faculty and Staff Computing Facilities Research Seminars Advisement & Academic Support Internships and Jobs Student Organizations Department Resources MaCS Scholars Program Microsoft Azure CS Advisory Board Department of Computer Science Jumpstart your career in computer science The Department of Computer Science prepares students for leadership roles within professional careers in computing. Here are some key national statistics for computer science and information technology careers from the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) and PayScale. $ 49,186- $ 95,456 Average Starting Salaries in Computer Science (NACE) Noteworthy Computer Science Jobs and Mid-Career Salaries (PayScale) Software Development Director $163,000 Security Architect $137,000 Cyber Security Engineer $113,000 Information Security Officer $102,000 Mobile Applications Developer $101,000 Computer Scientist $97,300 Programmer Analyst $86,000 86% Alumni in science and health employed or in graduate school within 6 months after graduation See Current Computer Science Job Listings in the WP Job Portal Get Prepared to Succeed The Department of Computer Science offers study in both the theory of computer science and its applications—leading to the BS degree in computer science, which is internationally accredited by ABET (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology), or the practical, hands-on BS degree in information technology (IT). Students in the program have the opportunity to engage in research using specialized campus facilities outfitted with state-of-the-art computing technologies. What You’ll Learn In our computer science programs, students learn in-demand skills that employers have identified as critical for job candidates, including: Computer science theory and software development fundamentals to produce computing-based solutions Major programming domains and programming languages Analysis of and solutions to complex computing problems, among others View a full listing of student learning outcomes for computer science and information technology students Information on affordability and value from the U.S. Department of Education: View our College Scorecard Key Skills for Careers in Computer Science as indicated by Employers and Alumni on LinkedIn Analytical Reasoning C++, Javascript, SQL Cloud Computing Data Analysis Information Security Problem-Solving Software Development *LinkedIn Workplace Learning Report 2021 Degrees Offered Undergraduate BS in Information Technology Information Technology offers students a partially distinct set of abilities (relative to core computer science) and knowledge at a more pragmatic level. Students in IT will acquire the practical knowledge of networking, system administration, data management, cyber security, as well as system analysis, design, and programming. View requirements and course descriptions: Loading... BS in Information Technology 100% Online BS in Computer Science The Department of Computer Science offers a comprehensive program of study in both the theory of computer science and its applications, leading to a nationally accredited bachelor of science degree in Computer Science. This program includes a broad and solid foundation in problem solving, modeling, and decision making, and the ability to program is developed and refined. Theoretical concepts are reinforced through extensive lab work and computer projects. View requirements and course descriptions: Loading... Minor in Computer Information Systems A minor in Computer Information Systems compliments any degree. Completing a minor in CIS gives students supplemental skill with data management, information systems, and computer hardware. View requirements and course descriptions: Loading... Minor in Computer Science A minor in Computer Science compliments...