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The Computer Science program at the College of Western Idaho will provide you with a rich learning environment that encourages you to explore the fundamental aspects of computer science. Coursework covers a variety of subjects including mathematics, chemistry, physics, computer science, and English.

This program is designed to result in an Associate of Science degree in Computer Science and meets the general education requirements at all Idaho public universities. By completing the degree requirements, you will be prepared to transfer to a four-year institution and pursue an advanced degree in computer science.

Mission

The mission of the Computer Science program is to prepare students to transfer to a four-year institution with a good understanding of computer programming principle and provide students the tools to succeed in technology: logical thinking, problem solving, and holistic analytical skills.

Why This Program

By completing the degree requirements, students will be prepared to transfer to a four-year institution and pursue an advanced degree in computer science.

What You Will Learn to Do

Understand the fundamental structures and syntax of computer languages
Develop good style practices and software design principles
Explore proper coding processes and development tools
Hone logical thinking and problem solving through related Math and Science courses
Develop life-long learning skills

Clubs

Gaming Club

The gaming club is a club for everyone who plays games, whether that be video games, board games, tabletop, or even card games. Our goal is to help better establish the gaming community here at CWI, and show the students that there are a lot of...

Additional Opportunities

CWI offers you the opportunity to learn the fundamental building blocks of Apple's Swift programming to explore a career in app development. Learn more about Swift Classes.

NEW! The Computer Science Program is now offering an introductory course in Python Programming (CPSC 111). This course is also an approved elective for the STEM Program. Contact your Advisor for details.

Degrees and Certificates

Computer Science - Associate of Science Degree (AS)

YEARS

Course Delivery Styles: In-Person
*See the Course Delivery Styles page for details about class options

Plan of Study - Fall Start

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Important Dates for Credit Programs


	Spring 2022	Summer 2022	Fall 2022
Priority Registration Begins¹	November 8	n/a	April 11
Open Registration Begins	November 15	February 28	April 18
Financial Aid Priority Deadline	December 18	May 14	July 30
Admission Deadline²	January 8	May 28	August 13
Last Day to Register for Classes	January 14	June 3	August 19
Tuition and Fees Due	January 14	June 3	August 19
Classes Begin³	January 18	June 6	August 22
1 Priority registration is limited to continuing students. Students are assigned a registration time based upon their cumulative credits earned. Students should check myCWI and their CWI email to learn their assigned registration time. Students may register online anytime on or after their assigned registration time.
2 The admission deadline for international students is earlier than the deadline for non-international students and is only available during the fall and spring semesters. Please consult the Academic Calendar for the international student admission deadlines for the fall and spring semesters.
3 Some classes begin before or after this date. Please refer to the Registration and Refund Deadlines by Class Section Dates (located beneath each semester) of the Academic Calendar for more information.

Advising

Navigating your way through college can be confusing, especially if you try to go it alone. CWI offers advising assistance to help in deciding which courses you need to take to reach your education and career goals. Visit Advising or contact One Stop Student Services for more information.

Connecting With Ideas

Connecting With Ideas (CWID 101) is the first semester student success course designed to help CWI students become engaged members of the academic community and cultivate habits for lifelong achievement and success. Each semester, students can select from a variety of themes. More information about next semesters CWID 101 themes

Transfer

Look beyond your degree at CWI and plan for continuing your education by working closely with CWI advising and representatives of your intended transfer school. Planning before you transfer can save you time and money. Visit Transfer Information for more information or contact One Stop Student Services.

Financial Aid Available

Did you know that as a student in this program you may be eligible for financial aid? Through grants, scholarships, and loans, more than 60 percent of first-time, full-time CWI students receive some form of financial assistance. To learn more about financial aid options and whether you may be eligible, visit Financial Aid.

Tuition and Fees

Tuition for a full-time CWI student averages half the cost of a state university and a third of the cost of a private college. Tuition and fees vary based on program and residence. Visit Tuition and Fees for more information.

This program is designed as a transfer to Boise State University for an advanced degree in Computer Science or Engineering, or a transfer to Northwest Nazarene University for a BA or BS in Computer Science.

Professions

Software Developer
Software Engineer
Software Architect
Programmer Analyst
Systems Developer
Big Data Scientist
Cybersecurity Scientist

Instructor(s)

Lawrence Sevigny

Instructor

Computer Information Systems

208.562.2509

lawrencesevigny@cwi.edu

Respectful Community

The College of Western Idaho is committed to maintaining a Respectful Community by providing equal opportunity for all individuals and does not discriminate in services, benefits, or activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, veteran status, age, or any other legally protected status. More on Title IX

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News and Blogs

Staff of the Month – July 2021

Congratulations to Gary Brennan, College of Western Idaho’s Staff of the Month for July 2021.

To Change the World

"Because of CWI, I was able to return to college as a non-traditional student having been out of high school for a decade, find my passion, make wonderful friends, gain influential mentors, and successfully graduate with honors and two science degrees."