Computer science is a challenging major, with a large number of students vying for limited spots in the most prestigious programs. The good news is that you don’t need to be an ace at programming or mathematics to be accepted into a computer science program. You do, however, need to show strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Most computer science programs expect students to have at least one year of college-level math and science courses under their belts before applying. But even if you don’t meet this requirement, don’t count yourself out just yet: You may still be able to get into your top choice through alternative admission pathways like dual enrollment or early decision/early action.
If you’re on track to complete your core requirements by the end of senior year, you might get an early start on some higher level classes in your junior year — maybe even taking some AP Computer Science classes — so that you can start building up this missing piece of your application early on.
If you’re still searching for which schools are right for you, here are some tips on how to choose between colleges based on their computer science programs:
Computer science programs are designed to help students develop the skills, knowledge and abilities necessary for a career in computer science.
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Computer scientists work with software and hardware to develop applications that support businesses, organizations and individuals.
Some of the most common job titles for computer science majors include:
Application developer
Software engineer
Database administrator
Network engineer
