B.S. in Computer Science

Structured and Creative Problem Solving

You will learn to to address the information and analytic needs of an organization, and visualize how solutions can be scaled to connect systems and address larger problems.

Powerful Tools

Master in-demand programming languages like Java, Python, SQL and R and gain hands-on skills in machine learning and artificial intelligence technologies.

Ethical Tech

Apply Jesuit ethics and ideals to groundbreaking technological research that serve our highest good.

Why Computer Science at JCU?

A degree in computer science from John Carroll prepares you to adapt to the ever-evolving technology of today and utilize advancements to shape the future of how we will live, work, heal, create and connect to one another in pursuit of a greater good. You will learn a variety of programming languages and test your skills in labs, projects, research, and internships.

As a professional, you will advance medicine, climate science, transportation, education, energy, and public safety. You might develop algorithms that detect financial fraud, interpret data from cancer trials, or maximize solar battery technology.

Well-Rounded Curriculum

John Carroll encourages you to balance professional development and well-rounded learning. Your major comprises just 40% of your total credits, leaving time for you to go beyond discipline-specific concepts to discover what disciplines have in common, and how other studies supplement your learning.

Top Faculty

Computer Science faculty possess both academic credentials as well as real-world experience in information technology consulting across a variety of industry areas.

Key Program Stats

$85,000

The starting salary for the average computer science major who graduated in 2020.

4,654,750

The number of computer and mathematics jobs in the US.

22%

The predicted increase in jobs in Software Developers, Quality Assurance Analysts, and Testers by 2030

Recent Alumni

Callen Therrien '18

B.S. Computer Science

Policy Specialist at Google

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Adam Brennan '23

B.S. Computer Science

Software Developer at Cleveland Clinic

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Isabel Gnagy '22

B.S. Computer Science

Associate Software Engineer, Park Place Technologies

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Moses Nandi, BS. Computer Science alumni

Moses Nandi '19

B.S. Computer Science

Technology Specialist, MyBundle

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Daniel Droder '21

B.S. Computer Science, Data Science

Senior Machine Learning Engineer, Oracle

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Jasmine Nelson '22

B.S. Computer Science, Data Science

Software Engineer, NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory

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Our Alumni Live and Work Here

John Carroll Computer Science graduates work in a variety of industries, including finance, healthcare, research and government. Cleveland is the 10th fastest growing market for software development, and is home to more than 170 health-tech companies. Alumni also work in nearby markets such as Pittsburgh, Dayton, Erie, Detroit, and Chicago and in tech centers such as Austin and the Silicon Valley.