Computer Science
The Bachelor of Science in Computer Science at Stetson provides a comprehensive overview of the field, preparing you for graduate study or a career in the industry with a focus on technical expertise. Computer science graduates enjoy high entry-level salaries and strong employment prospects, moving into rewarding careers in health care, high-tech companies like NASA, Apple, Microsoft, Google, NASCAR and Lockheed Martin. You can follow a flexible curriculum, take classes in computer science, computer information systems and cybersecurity and gain a well-rounded education in all three majors.
Why Computer Science at Stetson University?
At Stetson, you'll benefit from courses continually updated by our Computer Science faculty to reflect the latest trends in artificial intelligence, machine learning and cybersecurity. Our coursework emphasizes real-world experiences, preparing you for careers in mobile and web apps, game development, virtual reality, data science, cybersecurity, cloud computing, entrepreneurship and more.
You'll gain hands-on experience through project-oriented courses and develop an innovative capstone project with a faculty mentor in your senior year. You can also join clubs like Stetson Hacker Space, which hosts the annual "HackStetson" Hackathon and Ladies in STEM, which encourages women to enter STEM industries.
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"The reason that I came to Stetson and the reason why I'm doing so well is because every single person I've met here on campus has genuinely wanted me to succeed and they really helped me to get there. ... So, it's really a community, almost like a family .... It's what I love about Stetson."
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Career Outcomes
Employment in computer and information technology is projected to grow 13% through 2030, adding about 667,600 new jobs, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. The median annual wage for these occupations was $97,430 in May 2021, more than double the average for all occupations.
As you begin your journey, you will work with some of our distinguished faculty and dedicated professionals who will provide you with personal attention and expert guidance to help you thrive academically and professionally.
- Hala ElAarag, PhD, University of Central Florida
- Basar Koc, PhD, University of Miami
- Daniel Plante, PhD, University of Notre Dame
- AJ Scarlato, MBA, Webster University
As a Computer Science major at Stetson, you'll follow a challenging curriculum based on nationally recognized guidelines. You'll gain advanced skills through hands-on learning and real-world projects. In your senior year, you'll develop a capstone project under the guidance of a faculty member, tailored to your major. Explore our course catalog for more details.
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