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Computer Science, B.S.

Inspiring vibrant, fulfilling careers and expanding possibilities at the forefront of computing technology.

Lifetime of Value-Mathematics

Through high-quality courses, hands-on learning, well-structured career pathways, and an abundance of support and advising, the Computer Science program will equip you with the knowledge and skills to be a visionary leader in computing technology.

Empowering You to Excel in Your Chosen Profession

You’ll gain the key theoretical principles, knowledge, and practical hands-on training to enter the field with confidence and make your mark on computing and technology in today’s world.

As a graduate of the program, you’ll join a distinctive legacy of success with fellow alumni who have achieved amazing things with some of the biggest and best organizations in the world, including:

  • Amazon
  • Apple
  • Blackrock
  • Capital Insurance Group
  • Cisco
  • County of Monterey
  • DMDC
  • DOD
  • Dolby
  • Driscolls
  • Google
  • Intel
  • Intuit
  • Liberty Mutual
  • Lyft
  • Meta
  • NBCUniversal
  • Salesforce
  • Slack
  • Uber
  • VMware
  • ZenDesk

The program’s challenging, industry-inspired courses is the perfect launching pad into a rewarding career making a difference with top employers. You’ll graduate ready to compete in the market in any number of roles, including:

  • Data Scientist
  • Database Administrator
  • Database Architect
  • Game Developer
  • Information Security Analyst
  • Machine Learning Practitioner
  • Mobile App Developer
  • Network and Security Specialist
  • Network Engineer
  • Security Engineer
  • Software Developer
  • Software Engineer 

Many of our graduates continue their education at the most prestigious universities in California and across the nation, thriving at elite institutions like:

  • Carnagie Mellon
  • CSU San Luis Obispo
  • New York University
  • San Jose State University
  • UC Davis
  • UC Irvine
  • UC Santa Barbara
  • UC Santa Cruz
  • University of Florida
  • University of Southern California
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Public University Price, Private University Experience

A Lifetime of Value

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Computer Science, B.S.

The Computer Science program creates distinctive, meaningful pathways for integrating academic preparation with the hands-on knowledge and skills that will set you apart in the job market.

Educational Objectives

Our curriculum’s depth and breadth offers the comprehensive preparation in all aspects of the discipline, uniquely positioning you  to compete for top opportunities in the technology industry.

Our cohort programs (C++ and CSin3) are award winning and deliver a highly collaborative setting where you’ll work with other talented students on a structured pathway for academic and career success. 

Our extensive internships with leading tech companies and organizations provide exceptional opportunities forge powerful career connections and set yourself apart from graduates of other CS programs that aren’t in close proximity to Silicon Valley. 

Our opportunities for paid instructional student assistants will position you to get paid to help and tutor lower-grade students, while also further developing your hands-on experience and collaborating with professors.

Complete all of the following courses with a grade of C- or above:

Complete all of the following courses:

Complete one of the following courses:

NETWORK & SECURITY CONCENTRATION

Complete all of the following courses:

Complete twelve (12) units of the following elective coursework, not previously taken:

DATA SCIENCE CONCENTRATION

Complete all of the following courses:

Complete twelve (12) units of the following elective coursework, not previously taken:

SOFTWARE ENGINEERING CONCENTRATION

Complete all of the following courses:

Complete one of the following courses:

Complete twelve (12) units of the following courses, not previously taken:

GAME DEVELOPMENT CONCENTRATION

Complete all of the following courses:

Complete one of the following courses:

Complete twelve (12) units of the following elective coursework, not previously taken:

GENERAL COMPUTER SCIENCE

Complete twenty-four (24) units from the following list of elective coursework, not previously taken:

 

Our location on the central coast of Monterey Bay offers an unparalleled setting for your learning experience. You’ll benefit from our strong relationships with impressive institutions like the Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute (MBARI), where you may engage in technologically advanced capstone projects such as ocean floor mapping, whale sound recognition, and expedition database modification.

And our location just an hour from Silicon Valley will position you to connect, network, and learn from the most accomplished and innovative technology thought-leaders in the world through workshops, guest speakers, and internship opportunities.

The program is highly focused on social inequality and injustice, and our students regularly engage in service learning opportunities to deepen their understanding of social, cultural, and civic aspects related to personal and professional identities.

Some of our service activities include refurbishing computers and making them available for low-income families for almost no cost, teaching community members how to use software to bridge the digital divide for underprivileged communities, creating digital marketing and ecommerce sites for small businesses and local farmers, and helping local schools secure and stabilize their computing networks.

News

Read about our student success and faculty innovation in CSUMB News

Questions? We’re Here to Help!

Don’t hesitate to contact us with any questions you have about the Computer Science program.

Our experienced and supportive admissions staff is here to provide all the individualized guidance you need.

Study Computer Science in an inspiring coastal environment where we are truly committed to mentorship and an engaging student experience.