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B.A. in Computer Science


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Be a dynamic software innovator with cross-disciplinary skills. 

Grove City College offers a Bachelor of Arts in Computer Science. The B.A. in Computer Science contains the same strong foundation in programming and software engineering as the B.S. with additional flexibility to add minors from other disciplines such as accounting, management, design, biology, or writing. These combinations assist students in understanding computing in the context of another domain, preparing them to use their technical skills to help people solve relevant problems. Read more about the differences between the B.S. and B.A. degrees. 

 

Program Highlights
  • Interdisciplinary minors available in:
    • AI and Data Science
    • Game Design and Development
    • Cybersecurity
    • Mobile Development
    • High-Tech Entrepreneurship
  • Faculty mentors with significant teaching and industry experience, all of whom are fully dedicated to undergraduate education.
  • Exciting research opportunities and capstone projects that allow you to develop your passions and gain resume-building experience as an undergraduate student.
  • Classrooms designed for active, hands-on learning and collaboration, housed in a beautiful state-of-the-art STEM building.
  • Small classes that provide ample opportunity to work closely with professors.
  • Flexible curriculum comprised of 60 major credit hours, including the following. For detailed course descriptions, view the College Catalog.
    • Core courses in programming, computer systems, software engineering, and ethics.
    • A wide variety of electives, including Artificial Intelligence, Game Design, Big Data, Android Programming, iOS/iPhone Programming, Advanced Security, and Mobile Robotics, providing opportunities to explore and specialize your education.
  • Vocation-enriching humanities core classes woven into your academic schedule that will cultivate critical thinking skills, empathy, and a deep-rooted approach to your discipline.
Career Outcomes
  • Like 96% of Grove City graduates, get a full-time offer or earn entry into distinguished graduate programs within six months of graduation.
  • Be prepared for a variety of employment opportunities across the country, ranging from startups to Fortune 500 companies.
  • Stand out in your field with strong technical skills, the ability to communicate effectively, and experience working on teams to design and create software.