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Bachelor of Computer Science in BA

University of Massachusetts Boston

Boston, United States
4 years
English
On campus
Bachelor

About the program

A computer science major in the BA format, relating computing to the liberal arts.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Develop subject knowledge in Computer Science in BA
analyse relevant concepts and communicate evidence-informed conclusions. Study areas identified in the course outline include engineering Probability and Statistics
Linear Algebra
Object-Oriented Software Design and Algorithms.

Career outcomes

Potential pathways include software development
technical analysis and further computing study. Careers and professional eligibility depend on individual qualifications and local requirements.

Curriculum

Computer Science students complete lower-division preparation and a set of upper-division major requirements alongside the USD core curriculum. Required or elective courses include Engineering Probability and Statistics
Linear Algebra
Object-Oriented Software Design and Algorithms. Recommended plans of study set out the sequence across semesters.

Entry requirements

Academic

High school completion with official high school record or leaving certificate and graduation exam results
Academic recommendation letter
500-word essay
Transfer applicants submit all college transcripts (high school record also if under 24 college credits)

Accepted academic background

High school completion with official high school record or leaving certificate and graduation exam results, Academic recommendation letter, 500-word essay, Transfer applicants submit all college transcripts (high school record also if under 24 college credits)

Language tests

TOEFL iBT 79
IELTS 6.0
Duolingo 105

Documents you’ll need

Secondary School Transcripts

How to apply

Review the program-specific and international first-year admission requirements. Apply online through the UMass Boston Application or Common Application. Submit official secondary school records
an academic recommendation and the application essay. Provide English proficiency evidence when required. Pay the application fee unless an approved waiver applies. Check the application status and await the admission decision.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$41,402 USD
Application fee	$60 USD
Deposit	_

Program details

Campus	Boston campus
Faculty or school	College of Science & Mathematics
Department	Department of Computer Science
Teaching language	English
Credit value	48
Study pace	_
Post-study stay	1 year
Scholarship note	Eligible international first-year applicants with a GPA of at least 3.3 may be considered for merit scholarships of up to 10000 USD annually. Partner-program entrants are excluded. Awards are not guaranteed.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
January 2027
Apply by
15 Dec 2026
31 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 4 years.