Overview

The Computer Science program at University of Alaska Anchorage teaches students the fundamental principles of computer science and topical issues in computing so they may pursue advanced degrees or enter the workplace as productive, competent software development or information technology professionals.

Faculty engage in and disseminate research to advance the development of computer science and provide innovative technological solutions to address the needs of modern society.

Student Learning Outcomes

Students graduating with a Bachelor of Arts in Computer Science will be able to:

Analyze a complex computing problem and to apply principles of computing and other relevant disciplines to identify solutions.
Design, implement, and evaluate a computing-based solution to meet a given set of computing requirements in the context of the program's discipline.
Communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts, including technical and non-technical audiences for business, end-user, client, and computing contexts.
Recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgments in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles.
Function effectively as a member or leader of a team engaged in activities appropriate to the program's discipline.
Apply computer science theory and software development fundamentals to produce computing-based solutions.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Computer Programming

Computer Hardware Concepts

Computer Organization and Assembly Language Programming

Data Structures and Algorithms

Operating Systems

Programming Language Concepts

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-08-15 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-12-15 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Anchorage, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.5

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General requirements

High school graduation or GED

Minimum High School GPA of 2.5

Students with a 2.0-2.5 GPA may be admitted to certain baccalaureate programs with academic advising as a requirement.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

20184 USD / year

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Out-of-State

20184 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

5784 USD / year

≈ 5784 USD / year

Additional Details

WUE/WRGP - Western Exchange: $8,424

Living costs

Anchorage

United States

1320 - 2000 USD / month

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Student Learning Outcomes

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

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Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

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