B.S. in Computer Science

• Most classes involve hands-on learning in our computer labs.
• Computer science students have an RSO called COUGAR Code. 

• Capstone classes
• Internships and internship credits 
• Guest speakers, collaborative projects, and faculty/student research projects
• Faculty-accompanied conferences 

While taking courses within our program, you can simultaneously earn credits within the Cisco Academy program to prepare you for the CCNA exam toward certification. The CCNA certification improves your career skills and gives you an extra boost to help you secure the right position after graduation.

• Apply knowledge of how software runs on hardware.
• Design a relational database from requirements.
• Implement an object-oriented design to solve a software problem.
• Justify the choice of a data structure to solve a problem.
• Integrate knowledge in designing and building a real-world project.
• Discuss an informed ethical decision in the context of computing.

Why should prospective students choose SXU for their degree?

• Saint Xavier University combines classroom learning with experiential learning to produce well-rounded graduates.
• Our faculty have expertise in computer science and create challenging courses that are interactive and student-focused.
• Small class sizes allow for close interaction with professors and student colleagues.
• Students focus on assignments that allow them to express their voices.
• The program provides many opportunities for students to receive credit for professional internships in Chicago.
• Students will develop a habit of lifelong learning that will prepare them for ever-changing IT professions.
• With core values of service, integrity and excellence exemplified throughout campus, students will become more effective citizens and assets to their communities.

The Computer Science minor is an alternative to the Computer Science major. It consists of six courses, four of which are electives. The student can choose a variety of computer science correlated courses to fulfill the elective requirements.