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• Minors in Computer Science
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Undergraduate Info

Prospective Students

Why choose computer science at the University of Arizona?

The University or Arizona is an excellent choice for the study of Computer Science. The CS department offers a quality, student-centered research program. The most recent National Research Council rankings place the Department 16th among public Ph.D.-granting institutions nationwide. 

In terms of teaching, our undergraduate and graduate curricula provide a timely and well-rounded view of the field, with special emphasis on the practical aspects of building useful software. Our strengths lie in the traditional mainstream areas of computer science: algorithms, programming languages, operating systems, distributed computing, networks, databases, and theory of computing. We also offer courses in several subfields including graphics, artificial intelligence, and the software aspects of computer architecture.

Is the Computer Science major right for me? 

The University of Arizona offers several computing majors. It is important that you be aware of these different majors, and that you gain an understanding of which program is the best fit for you and will most closely align with your personal and career interests. A Bachelor of Science degree from the Department of Computer Science is designed for students who want to design and program various types of application and system software. CS students take many courses that develop their problem-solving and programming skills. Students get a thorough grounding in the theoretical basis for CS that provides them with a solid foundation for future learning both on the job and in graduate school. (There are also other computer-related degrees at the UA.)

Applying to the University of Arizona

You can submit your online application for admission to the University of Arizona at the Office of Admissions and New Student Enrollment. Please be sure to check application dates and deadlines to ensure that the university will receive your application materials in time. 

Special Information for:

Prospective Transfer Students
Prospective High School Students
Current UA Students (changing your major)