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Computer Science

Overview

School of Arts and Sciences  /  Computer Science

La Salle’s department of Computer Science offers three separate programs in computing:

A B.A. in Computer Science, a B.S. in Computer Science, and a B.S. in Information Technology. These programs blend practice and theory with many hands-on courses in a challenging curriculum that covers programming, database, and networking, providing a solid foundation in one of today’s most in-demand professions.

B.A. in Computer Science

The B.A. in Computer Science program is applications-oriented and has fewer required courses. It has a more practical focus and a slightly more flexible curriculum, requiring the completion of at least two business courses in order to assure that graduates are well prepared to enter the industry.

B.S. in Computer Science

The B.S. in Computer Science Program is heavier in theory and mathematics, requiring a full year of both calculus and physics. Students are aptly prepared for careers with the most competitive companies or to continue their education with a graduate degree in the computing science.

B.S. in Information Technology

The information technology major is designed for those students interested in the study of networks and client support systems.

La Salle’s Computer Science Program boasts a 90%+ job placement rate.

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Blaze Your Own Path

Careers

A degree in Computer Science prepares La Salle graduates for entry into some of today’s most promising careers. La Salle graduates have recently secured internships or full-time employment upon graduation among companies and brands including:

  • Lockheed Martin
  • Northrop Grumman
  • Vanguard
  • Comcast
  • TD Bank
  • Accenture – Software Engineer
  • Bottomline Technologies – Implementation Engineer
  • Caesars Entertainment – Programmer Analyst
  • Comcast-Spectator – Network Administrator
  • Ink-IT Digital – Web Developer
  • MedStar Health – Technical Services Analyst
  • Philadelphia 76ers – Digital Media Coordinator
  • QVC – Application Developer
  • SAP Northern – Quality Assurance Intern
  • SunGard Financial Systems – IT Technical Specialist
  • Treasury Department –Cyber Security Specialist
  • Vanguard – Software Engineer

Careers

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Graduate Program

La Salle’s Computer Science programs set students up with the appropriate foundation to transition seamlessly into our M.S. in Computer Information Science degree.

The M.S. Computer Information Science Program is offered in an online format with some residency requirements for testing and presentations.  Each course is 8-weeks in length allowing students to take two courses per semester.  The courses use synchronous tools, learning management systems and specialized software for course materials.  The delivery format aims to achieve a time balance for the adult student.

Many of our students have continued graduate schools at other esteemed universities including:

  • University of Maryland
  • Penn State University
  • Drexel University

Graduate Program

Graduate Program

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Highlights and Facilities

Students in all three degree programs share many courses during their first year of study, allowing them to make well-informed decisions about which area is best suited to their skills and interests. Other highlights:

  • Hands-on, interactive computer labs, each developed with a specific student population and curriculum content in mind.
  • Alliances with both Microsoft and SAP provide students with software download capabilities instead of the need to purchase them externally.
  • One-on-one attention and feedback from professors who are recognized experts, also benefiting from class sizes averaging 22 students.
  • Undergraduate research opportunities, largely during the summer, often working with faculty to co-author papers and present at professional conferences.
  • An invaluable location with Center City Philadelphia at your doorstep. You’re prepared with the internship and subsequent employment opportunities among the region’s top medical, healthcare, pharmaceutical, science, and research organizations, including corporate leaders.
  • Guidance and dedication from professors who are recognized scholars of their industry.
  • A close-knit community our well-read cohort of faculty, staff, Christian Brothers and fellow students ignite meaningful discussion and collaboration, as well as lifelong friendships.
  • Unbeatable value based on a proven return-on-investment. That’s why Money magazine cited La Salle fifth on its list of “50 Colleges that Add the Most Value in 2016, along with mentions in S. News and World Reports, Forbes, and the Economist.

STEM Designated Programs

These programs meet the requirements of what the Department of Homeland Security considers to be a science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM) field of study. International students who graduate from this program may be eligible to apply for a 24-month OPT extension.  More Info »

Highlights and Facilities

Highlights and Facilities

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Beyond the Classroom

Clubs
Clubs

There are always great ways to get involved outside of the classroom at La Salle

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Clubs

There are always great ways to get involved outside of the classroom at La Salle. Many our Computer Science majors belong to clubs like:

Association for Computing Machinery
ACM strives to provide an environment for students to challenge each other and learn new skills while enjoying a social atmosphere. ACM participates in events such as Hackathon and various programming competitions.

Mathematics Association
At La Salle University, we are representing those that enjoy math as well as those that may have anxiety when it comes to math. We encourage everyone from different majors to join Mathematical Association. Our goal is to make math more fun for everyone through our programs, going to conferences, having speakers come who specialize in math, and participating in math modeling competitions.

For a full list of clubs and organizations covering everything from chess to the Harry Potter club, visit our Student Affairs page.

Service Opportunities
Service Opportunities

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Service Opportunities

Education and service are the heart of La Salle’s mission. As a computer science major, you will be able to dive into a wide range of service opportunities that fall under our Fellowship of Community and University Service (F.O.C.U.S.) umbrella including outreach programs, advocacy groups, mentoring and tutoring programs, and the service and immersion trips.

The groups that fall under the F.O.C.U.S. umbrella include Outreach Programs, Advocacy Groups, Mentoring and Tutoring Programs, and the Service and Immersion Trips. These programs strive to serve others, promote social justice, and work toward the common good. Programs include:

  • Lasallian Immersion and Volunteer Experience (LIVE)
  • Alliance
  • Catholic Relief Services (CRS) Ambassadors
  • Students for Environmental Action (SEA)
  • AIDS Outreach
  • Circle K
  • Environmental Community of Olney (ECO)
  • Neighbor to Neighbor
  • Pheed Philadelphia
  • REACHE (Special Olympics)
  • Neighborhood Tutoring
  • TEAM Lasallians
Philadelphia as a Classroom
Philadelphia as a Classroom

The education you find outside of a classroom is just as important as the one you find inside

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Philadelphia as a Classroom

The education you find outside of a classroom is just as important as the one you find inside. As the fifth-largest city in the U.S. Philadelphia is rich in unique historical and cultural opportunities. Whether you’re searching for the best cheesesteak, catching an Eagles game, or running the steps at the Philadelphia Museum of Art, the City of Brotherly Love has it all. Philadelphia is brimming with global corporations, nonprofit organizations, leading media outlets, and professional sports teams. From co-ops to internships to future employers big and small, each is readily accessible to provide you with real-life learning beyond a class on campus. How much of a role Philadelphia play is in your life is entirely up to you, but the options are limitless.

83% of faculty hold a Ph.D. or the highest degree in their field.

Ranked in Forbes list of Best Value Colleges in 2019.

Listed Top 4% nationally in 10-year earnings by Georgetown's Center for Education and the Workforce.

Ranked in the top 50 in the North Region on U.S. News & World Report’s 2022 list of Best Colleges.

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