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Overview for Computer Science

A general program that focuses on computers, computing problems and solutions, and the design of computer systems and user interfaces from a scientific perspective. Includes instruction in the principles of computational science, and computing theory; computer hardware design; computer development and programming; and applications to a variety of end-use situations.

Careers for Computer Science Majors

A major in Computer Science is highly relevant for the following careers. National averages for wages in each career is provided.

Colleges Offering a Major in Computer Science

Top 3 Arizona Colleges with the highest percentage of Computer Science among the 2007-2008 graduating class.

AddInfoCollege Name Degrees Awarded/
Percentage
SelectivityTuition
Embry Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott
Prescott, AZ
 4
(1.2%)
Less Selective$26,950 
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ
 62
(0.6%)
Less Selective- 
Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ
 6
(0.2%)
Less Selective$16,242 
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Degrees awarded represents the number of bachelor's degrees awarded among the 2007-2008 graduating class.