Bethel offers both a B.A. and B.S. in Computer Science. The computer science major is a perfect starting place for many careers in software development. The Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Computer Science is designed for students wanting a strong introduction to computer science but with more flexibility for a second major such as mathematics, business, or physics or to do off-campus internships. The Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Computer Science is suggested for student who intend to go on for advanced degrees. Employers and graduating students tell us that employers do not distinguish between the two degrees in hiring.
Why should I study computer science?
The Computer Science major prepares students for a career in software development. Nearly every organization needs, and will continue to need, computer science graduates to manage their technical institutional resources, such as servers and websites, and to write custom software to implement the business rules of that organization and manage marketing databases.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment for software developers is projected to grow 30 percent from 2010 to 2020, much faster than the average for all occupations. In addition, first-year salaries for students graduating with 4-year degrees in computer science are among the highest of any career. This has been our experience with our 100% placement rate among recent Computer Science graduates, who report starting salaries from $60,000 to $95,000.
What can I do with this degree?
- Information technology architect
- Network architect
- Data scientist, IT
- Senior database administrator
- Management consultant
- Project manager
- Technical account manager
Visit our alumni page to see what our recent graduates have been doing.
What skills will I develop?
- Computer architecture
- Networking
- Web development
- Several major languages, including C/C++ and Java
- Artificial intelligence
- Computer graphics
- Software engineering
- Database systems
- High-performance computing
- Operating systems
What unique experiences or opportunities will I have?
- Semester-long projects in courses like Web Programming and Software Engineering
- Competitions in the Association for Computing Machinery (ACM)
- Membership in Bethel’s ACM chapter
- Internships for academic credit or to earn income
- Original research with faculty
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Recent News
New Faculty Begin in the College of Arts & Sciences
September 06, 2017 | 3 p.m.
New Major Addresses Fast-Growing Field of Data Science
August 29, 2017 | 11 a.m.
Grant Empowers 10 Students to Pursue Internships in Digital Health
July 17, 2017 | 4 p.m.
New center strengthens Bethel advising tradition
July 07, 2017 | 10:30 a.m.
Upcoming Events
OCT 7 2017
Homecoming Math and Computer Science Department Open House 2017
10 a.m. CC232 (Clauson Center Level 2)
Celebrate Homecoming with the Department of Math and Computer Science, reconnect with alumni and professors, and hear updates on what’s happening in the department.
OCT 7 2017
Homecoming Department Open Houses
10 a.m. Various locations
Celebrate Homecoming with your department and hear updates on what's happening in your department and within the Bethel community.
OCT 7 2017
Homecoming Department Open Houses
1 p.m. Various locations
Celebrate Homecoming with your department and hear updates on what's happening in your department and within the Bethel community.
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