Bachelor of Arts in Computer Science and Systems (Tacoma)

The Bachelor of Arts in Computer Science & Systems (CSS) offers a solid foundation in computer science alongside a minor in another discipline, allowing students to customize their education. This program is ideal for students who want flexibility in their coursework and seek to apply computing skills in fields such as health, science, medicine, or business. It provides an opportunity to combine computing with other areas, like Math, Communications, or Data Analytics. Students will build a portfolio of work for prospective employers, gain valuable communication skills, and work closely with faculty mentors to prepare for internships and careers in the rapidly growing tech industry.

To be eligible for full admission consideration, applicants must present the following: Completion of a college-preparatory course of study to include the following high school credits: a. 4 high school credits of English; b. 2 high school credits of a single world language; c. 3 high school credits of mathematics: algebra, geometry, and preferably trigonometry (a fourth high school credit of mathematical analysis or calculus is recommended forstudents preparing for majors in the sciences or engineering; d. 3 high school credits of socialscience; e. 3 high school credits of science, including 2 years of labscience; f. 1 senior-year math-based quantitative course; g. 0.5 high school credits of the fine, visual, or performing arts; h. 0.5 high school credits of electives taken from the above areas; One high school credit represents a standard full year of high school coursework.