BS Computer Science at University of Idaho

Programme overview

The Bachelor of Science in computer science from University of Idaho prepares you to design, develop and test computing systems that support industries such as cybersecurity, healthcare, business, entertainment and transportation. Computer scientists create solutions ranging from cybersecurity software and wireless mobile devices to social networking platforms and gaming technologies.

Faculty: College of Engineering | Department: Department of Computer Science | Duration: 4 years, 120 credits | Study mode: full-time | Location: Moscow, ID, United States

What you will study

The degree totals 120 credits. Required courses listed in the catalogue include COMM 1101 Fundamentals of Oral Communication; ENGL 3170 Technical Writing II; CS 1120 Computer Science I; CS 1121 Computer Science II; CS 1550 Computer Organization and Architecture; CS 2100 Programming Languages.

Career pathways

You can tailor your studies to match your interests and career goals through specializations in areas such as algorithms and data, computer networking, cybersecurity, computer graphics, gaming and virtual environments, bioinformatics and software engineering. You’ll be prepared for careers in software development, cybersecurity, data-driven technology and other computer science fields. Related occupations listed for this programme include Computer Network Support Specialists; Computer and Information Systems Managers; Computer and Information Scientists; Information Security Analysts; Computer Programmers.

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Application information

Entry requirements

University-level admission applies to all undergraduate majors (no separate programme application): first-year applicants with a cumulative unweighted high-school GPA of 3.00 or higher are automatically considered and test scores are not required; applicants with a GPA of 2.60-2.99 must submit ACT or SAT scores or opt in to the Vandal Gateway Program; Idaho residents scoring 3 or higher on both the ISAT Math and Literacy tests are eligible regardless of GPA.

Entry terms: fall (August start), spring (January start) and summer (mid-May start). Fall 2027 applications are open and the university admits on a rolling basis.

First-year applicants apply through the University of Idaho application or the Common App. The application fee is $50 (nonrefundable) and is not required for Idaho residents. ACT or SAT scores are requested where available; first-year students with a cumulative unweighted GPA of 3.00 or higher are automatically considered and test scores are not required.

International undergraduate applicants: rolling admission with no hard deadline; apply at least three months before the start date. Last day to apply: fall May 1, spring Oct. 1, summer March 1. The application fee is $50 USD, paid by credit or debit card in the application portal.

Law (JD): apply through the LSAC portal; the Fall 2027 application opens Sept. 1, 2026 and the final deadline is June 30, 2027. The application fee is $50 (waived through Jan. 15, 2027).

Apply through the official page: https://www.uidaho.edu/admissions-apply/first-year-students

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