BA Applied Computer Science

United States

University of Charleston

Course Overview

The Applied Computer Science major provides students with the knowledge and skills to pursue successful careers in software development, network administration, mobile computing, and website design. The curriculum emphasizes the practical application of computer science professionals' tools and techniques to identify problems and devise solutions for issues relating to information technology, including a strong emphasis on the coding and programming skills that employers highly value.

General Eligibility

Freshman applicants with a 2.5 or higher high school GPA and transfer students with a 2.0 or higher cumulative college GPA meet our general admissions requirements. Still, they must complete the program-specific requirements for admission into the program.

Students must have a 27 ACT math score, or they must have completed MATH 123 before they can enroll in MATH.
To graduate, a student must receive a minimum grade of “C” for each program course.
Applied Computer Science majors must meet all University of Charleston graduation requirements and complete the Applied Computer Science Capstone