Computer science is rapidly changing the world. A rigorous education combining the theory of information and computation with hands-on systems and software design will enable you to excel in this field.
The Bachelor of Science in Computer Science program focuses on the concepts and techniques used in the design and development of advanced software systems. Explore the conceptual underpinnings of computer science, including its fundamental algorithms, programming languages, operating systems, and software engineering techniques.
As one of the oldest computer science departments in the Chicago area, the CS department at Illinois Tech has a long history of meeting this challenge through quality education in small classroom environments along with internship and research opportunities in industry and national laboratories. At Illinois Tech you will work with our faculty on world-class research in areas that include data science, distributed systems, information retrieval, computer networking, intelligent information systems, and algorithms.
Program Overview
The Bachelor of Science in Computer Science focuses on the concepts and techniques used in designing and developing advanced software systems. Explore the conceptual underpinnings of computer science, including its fundamental algorithms, programming languages, operating systems, and software engineering techniques.
Program Specializations
- Computer Science Honors Research
- Data Science
- Distributed and Cloud Computing
- Information and Knowledge Management Systems
- Information Security
The Bachelor of Science in Computer Science degree is accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET
Student organizations
Student organizations on campus offer workshops, hackathons, mentorship, networking opportunities, and professional skills development. Learn more about these groups and how they add to the educational experience at Illinois Tech.
- Association for Computing Machinery
- Association for Computing Machinery-Women
- Artificial Intelligence Student Association
- CyberHawk Security
- Machine Learning @ IIT
- Women in Cybersecurity
Why Illinois Tech is one of the best value universities in the country
As an Illinois Tech student, you’ll automatically be considered for our university’s generous institutional scholarships. On average, this adds up to a savings of $107,472 on tuition and housing for every student during your four years at Illinois Tech ($134,340 for five years, based on fall 2021 figures).
We’re committed to dramatically reducing the cost of your degree, so you can focus on learning at one of the most dynamic and innovation-driven universities in the country.
Want some more great reasons?
- On top of our institutional scholarship, on average, Illinois Tech awards our students an additional $34,412 each in need-based tuition aid over four years ($43,015 for five years). (among FAFSA filers, fall 2021)
- We’re the #44 Best Value School in the nation (U.S. News & World Report)
- 98% of our students receive some form of financial aid
- The mean starting salary of our undergraduates is $63,938