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.
Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM)
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Overview
College of Western Idaho’s (CWI) Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) A.S. degree program will help you build the foundation for a future in a STEM discipline. While completing your core classes, you will also have the flexibility and opportunity to explore the many facets of STEM as you discover areas of interest and passion.
If you already have completed a technical certificate program, the STEM degree at CWI builds upon knowledge already gained to expand your future opportunities.
Your STEM studies at CWI conclude with a capstone project where you will reflect on what you have learned and help clarify your path for academic and career goals.
Mission
The Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) A.S. degree serves the purpose to develop a strong base in problem solving and scientific thinking within a flexible degree structure to prepare students for academic and career opportunities.
Why This Program
If you are a STEM –leaning student that remains undecided on their degree goals or a student who wishes to pursued a STEM-related degree that is not offered at the associates level, the STEM A.S. degree may be an excellent fit for you. The STEM A.S. degree provides flexibility desired by students who are as yet undecided with regards to their program of study while requiring a level of rigor in mathematics and the sciences that is more likely to lead to smooth transfer to upper division math and science coursework.
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Important Dates for Credit Programs
Summer 2022 | Fall 2022 | Spring 2023 | ||
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Priority Registration Begins1 | n/a | April 11 | November 14 | |
Open Registration Begins | February 28 | April 18 | November 21 | |
Financial Aid Priority Deadline | May 14 | July 30 | December 17 | |
Admission Deadline2 | May 28 | August 13 | January 7 | |
Last Day to Register for Classes | June 3 | August 19 | January 13 | |
Tuition and Fees Due | June 3 | August 19 | January 13 | |
Classes Begin3 | June 6 | August 22 | January 17 | |
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.
Career Info
STEM careers are endless. A STEM AS from CWI can be used to transfer into many and varied STEM programs at four year institutions.
Professions
- Engineer
- Computer Scientist
- Mathematician
- Biologist
- Medical Professional
- Chemist
- Physicist
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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
News and Blogs
"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."
Annual STEM Out! event introduces students to STEM careers through hands-on workshops presented by CWI faculty and students.
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