Overview

The Bachelor of Arts in Applied Computing degree at Western Connecticut State University can accommodate students who plan to enter the profession directly from college or who plan to continue with graduate study.

Quick Facts:

The program is continuously revised to keep it up to date. The department recommends that all computer science majors pursue a minor in some field.
Students in the Applied Computing program will study computers and computing, hardware and software, and the development of computing applications. Applied Computing students may select one or more concentrations in Computer Security, Digital Media, or Software Engineering. Students may choose to focus their CS electives in three areas: Computer Security, Digital Media, or Software Engineering.

At the completion of their degrees in Applied Computing students will be able to:

Apply knowledge of computing and mathematics appropriate to solve a variety of software development problems of moderate difficulty

Analyze a problem, and identify and define the computing requirements appropriate to its solution

Design, implement, and evaluate a computer-based system, process, component, or program to meet desired needs

Function effectively on teams to accomplish a common goal

Understand professional, ethical, legal, security and social issues and responsibilities as they apply to computing
Communicate effectively ideas and computer-based solutions with a range of audiences

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Language C++
Data Modeling and Database Design
Computer Organization and Architecture
Object Oriented Programming and Data Structures
Software Organization
Elementary Statistics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-01 00:00:00 , International

More details

Nationals - Admissions on a rolling basis.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Danbury, United States

Disciplines

Computer Sciences Human Computer Interaction Software Engineering View 104 other Bachelors in Human Computer Interaction in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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General requirements

1. Online application2. Medical forms3. Personal Essay explaining your reasons for seeking admission OR on a topic of your choice3. Two (2) letters of recommendation from teachers or employers – OPTIONAL4. Official Test Scores. 5. High School and University Diplomas and Transcripts with Foreign Credit Evaluation6. $50 Non-Refundable Application Fee

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

16901 USD / year

≈ 16901 USD / year
Out-of-State

16901 USD / year

≈ 16901 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

13401 USD / year

≈ 13401 USD / year

Living costs

Danbury

United States

1100 - 1600 USD / month

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

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Overview

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Danbury

Funding

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