Computer Science at St. Thomas Aquinas College

There are exciting opportunities in Computer Science as we continue to move through an era of unprecedented growth in the field. Our faculty members breathe life into their classrooms and recently developed new learning tracks for our Computer Science students.

We would like you to visit with us and see for yourself just how you can apply your skills to a major in the Computer Sciences. For now, read on…

A: Computer scientists are, and will continue to be, in high demand
An examination of any study of the needs for professionals in the future shows computer scientists at or near the top of the list.  Every organization has technology problems to solve and it is difficult now and will become even more difficult in the future to find people with the knowledge and experience of a computer scientist.

Your Value
As technology continues to develop at a breakneck pace, computer scientists will be instrumental in finding better solutions to some of the world's most important problems such as disease, the world’s environmental emergency, the current energy dilemma and world hunger. Since computer science is about problem solving, the skills and habits that are learned are transferable to almost any other field. That is why many computer science majors go on to successful careers in other fields (e.g., engineering, management, law and medicine).

Q: Why study Computer Science at St. Thomas Aquinas College?

A: Our innovative curriculum prepares students for today and tomorrow.
Students focus their studies by choosing an option from exciting and high-demand alternatives.            In addition, students can take courses and do research in a number of hot areas of computer science such as security, animation, bioinformatics, and gaming.

Excellent Faculty
The faculty takes a personal interest in every student, serving as both advisors and mentors. Also, enrollment in all computer science classes is limited to 20 students.

Every computer science faculty member has an active and funded research program and/or does outside consulting.  In addition, all computer science faculty members hold a Ph.D. in Computer Science.

Our Mission
Computer Science graduates are typically offered exciting jobs with excellent salaries.
The mission of the Computer Science Program is to prepare undergraduate students for productive careers in business, industry, academia, and government by providing an outstanding environment for teaching, learning and research in the theory and applications of computer science.

Our Students

“I like having a wide variety of interesting, up-to-date courses to choose from.”
 -Renne Remmers, St. Thomas Class of 2011, Computer Science Major

“Having small classes means there is always a lot of interaction.  I also like being able to explore topics and work on projects that are interesting to me personally.”
-Jerone Dunbar, St. Thomas Class of 2010, Computer Science Major

Your Options
You will tailor your program to suit your personal interests and career goals by choosing one of the following concentration areas:

There are additional courses required of you as a Computer Science major. For a complete requirement list, visit our online catalog or contact Admissions for a requirement sheet.

More Information
For more information, to schedule a campus visit, or to schedule a visit to your school or business, please contact one of the following: