Our program offers an online bachelor of science (scientiae baccalaureus, S.B. or B.S.) in the field of computer science. A concentration in computer science will familiarize students with the various areas of knowledge that make up the field. Students will develop a firm understanding of the fundamental skills and core theories of computer science which power the rapid technological change in the world today. Upon completion, a student with a bachelor of science will be prepared for graduate studies in computer science or studies in other fields that are strongly associated with computer science.

Admission Policy for the Online Computer Science Bachelor’s Degree

     1.   Students will submit all application materials to the Office of Admissions and Records, who will evaluate the applications to determine whether the application is complete and whether the student has met the requirements for admission to UIS and the Computer Science program. The student’s file will then be forwarded to the Computer Science department which will determine admission into the online Computer Science enrollment option.

     2.   Students will be admitted in groups of 20 each fall and spring semester.

     3.   Review of applications for fall will begin on March 15. The admissions office will be notified of the program’s decision by April 1. For spring, application review will begin September 15, with notification to admissions by October 1. If the 20 slots are not filled in the initial review, the review of applications will continue until the class is full.

     4.   Admitted students will be required to register within two weeks of notification of admission to confirm their status. A wait list will be used to assure that full enrollment is maintained.

     5.   In order to apply, students will be required to submit the materials and fees required by the campus as well as:

          a)   A statement of purpose for the pursuing of this degree and a discussion of any related educational/work experiences (two page 10 point font maximum).

          b)   A sample of Java code that they have written for a prior course or related work project.

These materials will provide the student the opportunity to demonstrate their interest in and qualification for study. They will be reviewed for content, writing and programming ability. Beyond the requirements for admission into the Computer Science program, students entering the online enrollment option will be required to have completed two semesters of Java programming or equivalent and one semester of discrete or finite mathematics.

For further information regarding our program, please direct all inquiries to csc@uis.edu.