Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
Loretto, USA
BSc
DURATION
4 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
Jan 2026
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
Computer Science is an exciting, growing, and challenging field that impacts almost every aspect of our lives. Our Computer Science program emphasizes a collegial relationship between faculty and students where faculty guide students in developing skills and concepts that are fundamental to the discipline today and in the future.
Why SFU?
- Real-world skills. The Computer Science program assists our students in developing skills in programming, networking, security, design and systems management.
- State-of-the-art facilities. Because Computer Science is an ever-advancing field, we have dedicated a large portion of the new Science Center to a cutting-edge programming classroom as well as an advanced research laboratory, both of which are equipped with intricate work stations, large screen monitors and updated hardware and software.
- Practical application. We continually develop new projects that provide students with the practical application of their learned computer skills.
Employment Opportunities Abound
The common skills needed for computer scientists to be successful in their chosen career are their ability to solve problems, excellent communication and work independently and as a member of a team, and because of this computer science graduates are some of the most sought-after graduates and earn among the highest salaries of any major right out of college. Career paths in CS consistently top the charts of "Best Jobs" lists.
| Computer Science Occupation | Expected Employment Growth | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Systems Administrators | 23% | $66,310 |
| Database Administrators | 20% | $69,740 |
| Network Systems & Data Communications Analysts | 53% | $71,100 |
| Computer Software Engineers – Applications Specialists | 34% | $85,430 |
| Computer Software Engineers – Systems Specialists | 30% | $92,430 |
Computers are becoming an ever-greater part of our world and the skills to utilize them are in great demand. These skills come in many varieties and can be applied in any number of different ways.
One of the key features of the Computer Science program at Saint Francis University is its flexibility. All Computer Science students complete a common core that focuses on coding as well as fundamental concepts that all Computer Scientists should understand, but after completing this core, students have a great deal of freedom in deciding how to configure their education to best utilize their individual strengths, likes, and prepare themselves to meet their career goals.
We offer a variety of different specialization tracks, such as:
- Software Development
- Machine Learning and Data Science
- Information Technology
- Information and Software Security
As well as tracks on:
- Robotics and Autonomy
- Security Architecture
- Mathematical Modeling
- Business Intelligence