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Computer Science (B.S.)

Computer science is rapidly changing the world. A rigorous education combining the theory of information and computation with hands-on systems and software design will enable you to excel in this field.

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Focus on the concepts and techniques used in the design and development of advanced software systems with a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science degree. Explore the conceptual underpinnings of computer science, including its fundamental algorithms, programming languages, operating systems, and software engineering techniques.

As one of the oldest computer science departments in the Â鶹APP area, Illinois Tech has a long history of meeting this challenge through quality education in small classroom environments along with internship and research opportunities in industry and national laboratories. Work on world-class research in areas that include data science, distributed systems, information retrieval, computer networking, intelligent information systems, and algorithms with our faculty.

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Science in Computer Science focuses on the concepts and techniques used in designing and developing advanced software systems. Explore the conceptual underpinnings of computer science, including its fundamental algorithms, programming languages, operating systems, and software engineering techniques.

Career Opportunities

Illinois Tech graduates work for employers from start-ups, to early stage businesses, to Fortune 500 companies. Illinois Tech CS grads can be found working for employers such as SpaceX, Google, Goldman Sachs, Grainger, and Argonne National Laboratory .

Research-oriented undergraduates have earned Ph.D.'s from top universities.

  • Data Scientist 
  • Full Stack Developer 
  • Java Developer 
  • Programmer Analyst 
  • Software Development Engineer 
  • Web Developer
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Program Specializations

The Bachelor of Science in Computer Science degree is accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET

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Class of 2021 computer science graduate Prince Hodonou

Pathway to a Career

Prince Hodonou (CS '21) used his coursework to develop an app, secure an internship, and land his first job after graduation.

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At Illinois Tech and Beyond

Computer Science graduate Vinesh Kannan reflects on some of his favorite memories from his time at Illinois Tech, and discusses his immediate post–graduation plans.

Shooting for the Stars

Kaya Jones (CS, 2nd Year) describes her love of the grind of coding, and her experience at a NASA internship.

Student organizations

Student organizations on campus offer workshops, hackathons, mentorship, networking opportunities, and professional skills development. Learn more about these groups and how they add to the educational experience at Illinois Tech.

Promising Careers

#1

Best Tech Jobs (Software Developer)

-U.S. News & World Report

$80K

Median salary Illinois Tech CS grads

-Illinois Tech Career Services

1.4%

Unemployment rate (Software Developer)

-U.S. News & World Report