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The Computer Science Department at Bellevue College offers a supportive, inclusive environment where students of all backgrounds can engage deeply with the field of computing. Whether you’re working towards a full bachelor’s degree or exploring computer science through individual courses, our department is committed to providing high-quality instruction, hands-on learning, and personalized support. Explore our courses and programs to discover where computer science can take you.
Our department offers a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science – the first four-year computer science degree available at a community or technical college in Washington State. Since its launch in 2017, the program has welcomed new cohorts annually and built a strong record of preparing students for successful careers across the technology industry.
While the department only administers the bachelor’s degree, the College offers a variety of associate degrees (two-year degrees) and certificates (10-60 credits) that can include computer science courses to support a range of educational and career goals.
Thinking about a future in tech? Bellevue College’s Bachelor of Science in Computer Science explores the ideas behind the technology we use every day. Students learn how to design algorithms, develop software, work with data, and understand the systems that power modern computing.
Students pursuing the Data Science or Cybersecurity concentration complete a slightly modified set of CS core and elective requirements to align their coursework with their chosen area of focus.
Learn more about eligibility requirements, application steps, and deadlines on the Admissions page. Applications open in March for fall quarter admission and in November for winter quarter admission.
If you’re interested in earning an associate degree as a step toward a bachelor’s degree, a transfer associate degree may be a good fit. Transfer associate degrees allow students to complete general education requirements and coursework that supports their intended major before continuing to a bachelor’s degree program. Bellevue College offers transfer pathways that can support students planning to continue into the Bachelor of Science in Computer Science at Bellevue College or pursue bachelor’s degree options at other four-year institutions. Meet with a STEM pathway advisor to explore your options and develop an education plan that aligns with your goals.
If your goal is to enter the workforce with practical, career-focused training, a professional-technical associate degree may be a better fit. Bellevue College offers a variety of computing-related professional-technical programs that include courses designed to build technical skills for today’s workforce. Meet with a Technology & Data pathway advisor to explore available options.
Explore all associate degree options available at Bellevue College to find the pathway that best fits your goals.
Want to build real-world skills and boost your career options without committing to a full degree? Bellevue College offers a wide range of certificates programs that can help. Explore certificate options at Bellevue College. Advisors in the Advising Center are available to support you in planning your coursework for a certificate.
Whether you’re exploring computer science for the first time, fulfilling a prerequisite for a major, or looking to strengthen your skills in computing, our courses offer valuable opportunities to engage with the field.
To view current Computer Science course offerings, visit Class Search and select Course Catalog under Class Information. Search for “Computer Science” to view available courses. 100- and 200-level CS courses are open to any student who meets the course prerequisites. 300- and 400-level CS courses prioritize students enrolled in Bellevue College’s BSCS program, but students outside the program may request access on a space-available basis if they meet the prerequisites.
Students who are not currently enrolled in the BSCS program may request access to select 300/400-level CS courses by completing the 300/400-Level CS Registration Request Form (open now to September 24 for Fall courses).
Requests are considered only if space is available, course prerequisites are met, and program approval is granted. Submitting a request does not guarantee enrollment or issuance of a permission number.
Questions about course registration? Contact the appropriate department based on the course prefix:
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