Build what’s next in AI, cybersecurity, and robotics. Command high-earning tech roles by engineering real-world solutions today for top global employers.
Set yourself up for an in-demand career with Florida Southern College’s BS or BA in Computer Science program.
The world of computing needs smart minds like yours to explore the evolving challenges of technology and find innovative solutions. At FSC, data-driven learning meets real-world applications through state-of-the-art labs equipped with leading-edge software, cutting-edge research, and guidance from faculty who want to help you secure your dream job.
Computer Science graduates launch their careers at Lockheed Martin, FedEx, Fidelity, Disney, and further their knowledge at top-programs around the country. Here is what makes that possible.
Deepen your expertise with a concentration in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, Full Stack Web Development, or Cybersecurity.
The Carole and Marcus Weinstein Computer Sciences Center houses a virtual cyber range, an AI and robotics lab, a Makerspace with 3D printers and laser cutters, and an esports arena.
FSC's Class of 2025 Computer Science graduates earned a median starting salary of $70,417, the highest of any undergraduate major at FSC.
Small classes mean your faculty mentor knows your projects, your career goals, and how to help you reach them.
Build a strong foundation in the programming languages and systems shaping today's tech landscape, including Python, Java, and C++, and apply them to real problems. You'll have opportunities to develop robotics applications, design games, create websites, and engineer software. You'll also take courses in a specific niche, preparing you for more specialized pathways upon graduation.
Prepare for a program at Florida Southern that launches your future. We’ve created a streamlined application process to put you one step closer to your computer science degree.
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All freshman applicants to Florida Southern Colleges full-time degree programs must submit the following information:
Applying to Florida Southern as a transfer student is easy. Submit:
If transferring fewer than 24 credits, also include your official high school transcript and SAT/ACT scores.
Learn More about transfer admissionsThe undergraduate computer science curriculum covers fundamentals and practical applications based on recommendations from ACM, IEEE, and ABET/CS. Through research opportunities, real-world group projects, and required internship experience, graduates are prepared to work as computer scientists or computing specialists in a variety of fields, as well as to continue to graduate school.
Both the Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Arts share the same computer science core and concentration options. They differ between one another in practical focus, with the BS rooted in deepening technical math skills while the BA broadens your outlook across disciplines. Choose the degree format that aligns with your personal goals.
The BS degree requires 12 hours of additional science and mathematics coursework beyond the computer science core. This program emphasizes advanced math skills relevant to software engineering, including calculus, discrete mathematics, and statistics, providing the rigorous technical foundation expected by employers in software engineering, systems development, and data science, as well as graduate programs in computer science.
The BA degree requires 20 hours in a foreign language and liberal arts coursework. It also offers broader elective options for a more interdisciplinary education suited for careers such as UX and product design, technology policy, technical writing, ed-tech, or any field where you want to pair computer science with another discipline like business, communications, or psychology.
Further hone your skills in either the BS or BA degree pathway with concentrations in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, Full Stack Web Development, or Cybersecurity.
A. WRIGHT Foundations Requirements..................................................... 34 hours
B. Major Requirements ...................................................................... 66–68 hours
Thirty-four to thirty-six hours in core computer science courses:
Or
Twelve hours of computer science concentration selected from the following sequences:
Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
Full Stack Web Development
Cybersecurity
Note: Students completing the Cybersecurity concentration must take CSC 3810 as one of their computer science electives.
Eight hours of computer science electives selected from the list below (if not counted above)
Or
Twenty hours of computer science electives (no concentration) selected from the following:
Twelve hours of mathematics:
C. Bachelor of Arts Degree Requirements................................................ 20 hours
Or
D. Bachelor of Science Degree Requirements........................................... 12 hours
E. Electives............................................................................................ 2–12 hours
F. Total .................................................................................................... 124 hours
The Computer Science Minor helps students build practical computing skills that can enhance a wide range of academic and career paths. It is particularly well suited for students interested in applying programming, computational thinking, and problem-solving skills within their primary field of study.
The minor requires 20 hours of CSC coursework, including Introduction to Computer Science, Object-Oriented Programming, and 12 hours of advanced CSC courses at the 3000 level or higher. These upper-level electives allow students to tailor the minor to their individual interests and career goals.
Computer Science students at FSC are part of a close-knit department with a culture of collaboration that extends well beyond the classroom. Get involved with:
Students also have the opportunity to collaborate on projects outside of class in FSC’s esports gaming rooms and makerspaces complete with 3D and laser printers. In these dynamic, experiential spaces, students have worked on everything from building a chatbot for a local nonprofit to developing ways for doctors to use AI-based tools in the detection of multiple sclerosis.
The department also hosts weekly board game sessions — a low-key tradition that reflects the kind of community that makes FSC's CS program feel like more than a major.
FSC's Computer Science program offers three optional concentrations that let you go deeper in a specific direction, without adding time or credits to your degree. Each concentration is completed within your existing elective hours.
AI is reshaping every industry. This concentration builds the theoretical foundations and practical skills to design, train, and deploy intelligent systems. You will work with machine learning algorithms, explore the principles of AI, and tackle advanced topics that put you at the frontier of one of the fastest-growing fields in technology.
Every organization with a digital presence needs professionals who can protect it. This concentration explores the technical and ethical dimensions of cybersecurity — from penetration testing and digital forensics to threat detection engineering and network security. You will work in FSC's virtual cyber range, practicing real-world defense and attack scenarios in a controlled environment.
The web is where most software lives, and full stack developers are the professionals who build it from the ground up. This concentration covers both front-end and back-end development, giving you the skills to design seamless user experiences and engineer the server-side systems that power them. By graduation, you will have built real applications and know how the entire web stack fits together.
Faculty do not just talk about their research, they bring you into it. Working alongside professors, CS students have:
Tech companies thrive on collaboration, and so do we. Coursework centers on real-world problems, not classroom hypotheticals. You will work in teams to design and build complex systems, debug and test in real environments, and present and defend your solutions to faculty and peers — the kind of experience that prepares you for an internship and the career that follows.
Computer Science majors can complete an optional internship to build real-world experience, and many of these opportunities lead to job offers. FSC students have interned at:
Does working in a growing, high-demand field interest you? According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of software developers is projected to grow 17 percent through 2033, much faster than the average for all occupations, with a median annual salary of $132,270. For information security analysts, projected growth is 33 percent over the same period.
Florida Southern computer science students land jobs with a wide range of organizations, including Lockheed Martin, Oak Ridge National Laboratory, and FedEx. Explore some of the careers you could pursue with a degree from FSC.
In this crucial role, you can design, develop, and maintain software systems across a variety of industries, from finance to healthcare to startups. It’s a rewarding profession for those with a creative spirit and a desire to turn ideas into reality.
FSC prepares you to enter your career with industry experience that stands out on your resume. You’ll master programming languages, build real software, and collaborate with organizations on research projects to develop a job-ready catalog of knowledge.
Cybersecurity threats are ever-present, and you can be the professional who protects computer systems from the vulnerabilities that could be used to exploit sensitive data and operations.
FSC offers a cybersecurity concentration that explores ethical hacking, threat detection, and digital forensics, using cutting-edge technology to build real-time problem-solving skills.
In this field, you can master the realms of both front-end and back-end web development. Whether you’re designing a seamless experience for end users or tackling behind-the-scenes server logistics, you’ll be an invaluable asset to companies in any industry.
Florida Southern’s courses help you build a strong foundation in programming, data structures, operating systems, and more. Through internships and group projects, you’ll learn to collaborate across teams and solve problems in real time.
If you’re detail-oriented and driven to improve processes and streamline operations, then a career as a database administrator could be the right fit. This role includes designing and maintaining databases to meet the needs of a range of organizations and end users.
Practice makes professional at FSC. Through research projects, prestigious internships with top employers, and access to makerspaces where you can design, test, and implement, our students graduate with the confidence and experience needed to hit the ground running, digitally speaking.
"The small class sizes make a huge difference. Professors really get to know you, not just as a student but as a person. Faculty mentorship has also been outstanding, with professors offering career advice, research opportunities, and project guidance outside of class."
"Go knock on your professor’s door! Send them an email, or go ask questions. From my experience at FSC with the math, computer science, and business and marketing departments, I have not encountered one professor who has turned me away when I showed up at their office with questions and interests."
Build a chatbot to benefit a local non-profit. Make projects come to life in on-campus AI/robotics laboratories or esports gaming rooms. Intern with prestigious companies such as Citi or FedEx. At FSC, you’ll turn theory into action with courses that go beyond textbooks.
Learn in a setting that has everything you need to succeed. On-campus facilities include the Carole and Marcus Weinstein Computer Sciences Center, equipped with high-tech classrooms, an AI/robotics research lab, a cyber range, a makerspace stocked with 3D and laser printers, and more.
Faculty and students collaborate in the Weinstein Center's Makerspace, where 3D printers and laser cutters turn ideas into prototypes.
From Board Game Lunches with faculty to Robotics Team meetups, the Computer Club Room is where the CS community comes together.
One-on-one faculty mentorship is built into the FSC CS experience, inside the classroom and out.
Gathering spaces within the Weinstein Center give CS students a dedicated spaces to code, collaborate, and connect between classes.
From varsity matches to casual play, FSC's dedicated esports arena is where CS students go to compete and unwind.
When you need a break from debugging, Fresh Twist inside the Weinstein Center has you covered.
You won’t be just another face in a crowded lecture hall at FSC. Our faculty are passionate about experience-driven learning. They stay informed on new technologies, bringing timely insights into the classroom, and are focused on helping students find opportunities to advance their personal and professional goals.
Department Chair, Professor of Computer Science
Associate Professor of Computer Science
Associate Professor of Computer Science
Associate Professor of Computer Science
Both degrees share the same computer science core and optional concentration options. The BS requires 12 additional hours of science and mathematics coursework — including calculus, discrete mathematics, and statistics — making it the stronger choice for students planning graduate study or careers in software engineering, systems development, and data science. The BA requires 20 hours in a foreign language and liberal arts coursework, and is well suited for students who want to combine computer science with another discipline like business, communications, or psychology.
FSC offers three optional concentrations within the BS and BA: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, Full Stack Web Development, and Cybersecurity. Each concentration is completed within your existing elective hours — no additional time or credits required.
FSC Computer Science graduates have launched careers at Lockheed Martin, FedEx, Fidelity, Disney, Citi, Oak Ridge National Laboratory, and Cogistics, among others. Many internship placements at these organizations have led directly to full-time job offers.
Computer Science majors can choose to complete an internship for academic credit as part of their elective hours. Past internship sites include Publix Corporate IT, FedEx Services, Lockheed Martin, People Technology and Processes, Oak Ridge National Laboratory, and Cogistics.
According to the National Association of Colleges and Employers 2025 Salary Survey, Computer Science remains the highest-earning undergraduate major with a median starting salary of $76,251. Experienced computer scientists earn a median mid-career salary of over $146,000, with many roles surpassing $200,000 according to Glassdoor.
FSC's Carole and Marcus Weinstein Computer Sciences Center offers 18,000 square feet of learning and research space, including an AI and Machine Learning lab, a virtual cyber range, an AI and Robotics Lab, a Makerspace with 3D printers and laser cutters, a dedicated esports competition space, and access to Stampede — one of the world's most powerful supercomputers with 102,400 cores and 200 TB of RAM through an NSF initiative.
The International Collegiate Programming Competition (ICPC) is an IBM-sponsored global competition that challenges the skills of today's top computer science and engineering students. FSC has a student Programming Team that competes in the ICPC, separate from but with some overlap with the Computer Science Club.
Yes. FSC's optional Cybersecurity concentration covers ethical hacking, penetration testing, digital forensics, and threat detection engineering using cutting-edge technology. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of information security analysts is projected to grow 33 percent through 2033 — making cybersecurity one of the fastest-growing career paths available to CS graduates.
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