Overview

The Computer Science BSCS program offered at University of South Florida strives for excellence in teaching, research, and public service. Specifically, the Department aspires to:

Lead the advancement of computer science,

through internationally recognized research and graduate education, as well as technology transfer to regional industries.

Prepare students for full and ethical participation in a diverse society and encourage lifelong learning.

Educate students in the best practices of the field as well as integrate the latest research into the curriculum.

Foster the development of problem solving and communication skills as an integral component of the profession.

Provide quality learning experiences through small classes, active learning styles of teaching, and opportunities for meaningful interactions between students and faculty.

Objectives

The Department of Computer Science and Engineering has established the following program educational objectives for the computer science graduates of the Department.

Our computer science graduates will apply their knowledge and skills to succeed in their career and/or obtain an advanced degree.

Our graduates will function ethically and responsibly, and will remain informed and involved as full participants in our profession and our society.

Our graduates will successfully function in multi-disciplinary teams.

Our graduates will apply basic principles and practices of computing grounded in mathematics and science to successfully complete software related projects to meet customer business objectives and/or productively engage in research.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Programming Concepts

Program Design

Object Oriented Software Design

Data Structures

Operating Systems

Computer Organization

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-01 00:00:00

More details

International applicants living outside the U.S. may apply up to one year prior to the desired term of entry.

Language

English

Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Tampa, United States

Disciplines

Computer Sciences Web Technologies & Cloud Computing Software Engineering View 212 other Bachelors in Web Technologies & Cloud Computing in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Complete the USF online application or the Common App.

Pay the non refundable, $30 application fee.

Send original or certified copies of academic transcripts, mark sheets, grade reports, diplomas or certificates, national standardized examination results, or other academic course work to USF.
Submit Your SAT, ACT or CLT Scores

International students from non-English-speaking countries must demonstrate English language proficiency by achieving the following minimum scores on one of the standardized tests listed below:

SAT: Reading and Writing ≥ 490
ACT: English ≥ 17, Reading ≥ 19
CLT: Verbal Reasoning and Writing ≥ 38

Please note that they do not accept English proficiency tests such as TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo, or other as substitutes for these minimum test score requirements.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

18416 USD / year

≈ 18416 USD / year
Out-of-State

18416 USD / year

≈ 18416 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

6410 USD / year

≈ 6410 USD / year

Living costs

Tampa

United States

1122 - 1951 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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