Computing Ethics
Ethics for computing majors: history of computing, intellectual property, privacy, ethical frameworks, professional ethical responsibilities and risks of computer-based systems.
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Tuition cost and Credit Transfer
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Program description
Computer Science, BS
Computer science underlies nearly every modern innovation, and a solid grounding in its theoretical and practical foundations opens doors across technology-driven industries.
The Bachelor of Science in Computer Science builds core knowledge in computing fundamentals while allowing students to explore subfields such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, robotics, and database systems through flexible elective coursework. Students can also pursue a concentration in software engineering or cybersecurity to deepen their expertise in a specific area. The program is accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET.
Curriculum
Featured courses
Data Structures and Algorithms
Advanced data structures and algorithms, including stacks, queues, trees (B, B+, AVL), and graphs. Searching for graphs, hashing, external sorting.
Operating Systems
Operating system structure and services, processor scheduling, concurrent processes, synchronization techniques, memory management, virtual memory, input/output, storage management, and file systems.
Admissions
Admission requirements
Program requirements
For admission requirements, refer to the academic unit program page. Some programs have additional requirements — check with your local Enrollment Advisor for details.
Computer Science, BS, MS →Transfer applicants
International graduate and undergraduate transfer applicants should review ASU's international transfer guidance before applying.
https://admission.asu.edu/apply/international/transfer →Key admission dates & deadlines
| Program start | Spring 2027 | Fall 2027 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Campus Immersion | Online | Campus Immersion | Online | |
| Application deadline | October 1st, 2026 | October 1st, 2026 | January 15th, 2027 | January 15th, 2027 |
| Classes start | January 11th, 2027 | January 11th, 2027 | August 19th, 2027 | August 19th, 2027 |
Outcomes
Career opportunities & applicable roles
Computer science professionals design, analyze and improve the quality of computer software and systems. Graduates of this program secure employment in a variety of capacities, such as computer and software design, and development of information technologies. Their jobs are often distinguished by the high level of theoretical expertise applied to solving complex problems and to the creation and application of new computing technologies. Computer science graduates work in a variety of areas, including artificial intelligence, computer vision, cybersecurity, graphics, information management, multimedia and networking, with related work ranging from creating computer games and graphics systems to developing mobile computing applications, network security applications, and data management and mining solutions for large-scale data analytics. With the theoretical foundation built into the program, computer science graduates can excel in system and software development, as well as in designing effective computing solutions for emerging and challenging problems in modern society. Skills in system development and research can lead to entrepreneurial activity that produces innovative computing products and services, and graduates are also able to embark on further studies in graduate degree programs.
Career examples include
Computer Programmer
Computer Science Professor
Computer Scientist
Computer Software Quality Engineer
Corporate Web Developer
Database Administrator (DBA)
Geographic Information Systems Technician (GIS Technician)
Information Security Analyst
Software Developer
Telecommunications Engineering Specialist
The school
Ira A. Fulton School of Engineering
The Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering is the largest and most comprehensive engineering program in the United States, with students from 150 countries and all 50 states. It offers 28 undergraduate and more than 55 graduate programs across eight schools.
Faculty lead high-impact research, including EPIXC, a $70 million clean energy institute funded by the U.S. Department of Energy, and the $39.8 million SWAP Hub supported by the CHIPS and Science Act. The college is also home to five Science and Technology Centers.
U.S. News & World Report ranks its graduate engineering programs No. 23 among public universities (2025–2026), and its faculty have received more than 130 U.S. patents and launched 13 startups.
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