Computer Science, BS
New York, USA
BSc
DURATION
4 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2026
TUITION FEES
USD 52,924 / per year *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* subject to change
Key Summary
About: The Computer Science BS at Pace University covers programming, algorithms, data structures, systems, software development, databases, networking, and cybersecurity. It emphasizes hands-on learning through labs, projects, and internships and builds problem-solving and critical thinking. Students tailor electives toward software engineering, artificial intelligence, or cybersecurity, preparing for entry-level roles or graduate study.
Career Outcomes: Graduates access career opportunities across industries—tech firms, finance, healthcare, government, and startups. Typical roles include software engineer, cloud security engineer, IT specialist, desktop technician, and information security professional. Employers include Amazon, Google, Microsoft, IBM, Pfizer, and JP Morgan Chase. You’ll work with Pace career services team.
The Computer Science BS program offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for a range of tech roles. It covers fundamental programming skills, algorithms, data structures, and computer systems, giving students a solid foundation in how computers work. Alongside technical courses, students also explore areas like software development, databases, networking, and cybersecurity, helping them build versatile skills applicable to various industries.
The program encourages hands-on learning through labs, projects, and internships, allowing students to apply what they learn in real-world settings. It also emphasizes problem-solving and critical thinking, important traits for anyone pursuing a career in technology. With a flexible structure, students can tailor their schedule by choosing electives that align with their interests, whether they want to focus on software engineering, artificial intelligence, or cybersecurity. This approach helps prepare students for both entry-level positions and further studies in graduate programs.
After gaining a thorough understanding of the fundamental theory, you’ll apply your new knowledge to portfolio-building projects that will prepare you to enter the professional world with confidence.
Take Courses Like
- CS 321 Intro to Game Programming
- CS 385 Artificial Intelligence
- CS 374 Intro to Mobile App Development
Career opportunities in tech are endless. It’s one of the fastest-growing industries in the United States, with thousands of new jobs appearing across a variety of industries. One of the best things about working is tech is the ability to work in any kind of company: game developers, finance, government organizations, tech firms, start-ups, healthcare, not-for-profit organizations—the options truly are in your hands.
As a Pace student, you’ll have the opportunity to connect with our robust career services team to develop a career plan that best fits your goals.
Our graduates are prepared for jobs like:
Salary stats below sourced from US Bureau of Labor Statistics, Salary.com, and Glassdoor.com.
- Software Engineer (Average Salary: $90,000–$130,000)
- Cloud Security Engineer (Average Salary: $85,000–$108,000)
- Desktop Technician (Average Salary: $54,000–$76,000)
- Information Security Senior Professional (Average Salary: $120,000–$160,000)
- Information Technology Specialist (Average Salary: $80,000–$95,000)
- Software Development Engineer (Average Salary: $90,000–$130,000)
Where Pace Graduates are Employed
- Amazon
- Capital One
- Microsoft
- Pfizer
- IBM
- JP Morgan Chase
- Morgan Stanley
- NYS Office of Information Technology Services