Computer Science B.S.

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Prepare for cutting-edge computing careers by gaining practical experience designing, building, testing, and maintaining software systems through the ABET-accredited bachelor's degree in computer science at Montana Tech.

Why Study Computer Science at Montana Tech?

For 15 straight years, Montana Tech boasts a strong career outcomes rate for our computer science  graduates. Through the computer science degree, you'll learn from world-renowned Montana Tech faculty who bring deep industry experience and broad academic interests to you. These expert scholars will be accessible and provide the mentoring you need to succeed at Montana Tech and in computer science degree jobs. The mission, vision, and goals of the computer science department are centered on you.

As a computer science major, you’ll benefit from Montana Tech’s small student-to-faculty ratio, astonishing hands-on learning environment, engaging computer science internships, and a current and relevant curriculum that ensures you’re prepared to succeed in computer science degree jobs.

Engaged Faculty, Hands-On Experience

Montana Tech’s computer science faculty is made up of seasoned information technology veterans who bring decades of real-world experience in computer science careers to you. They’re also highly accessible and will go out of their way to help you achieve your academic and professional goals.

Computer Science Internships

During your upper level years as a computer science major you’ll gain real-world experience through computer science internships. Montana Tech computer science students have interned all over the country for top companies and organizations, including Google, Dish Networks, Micron Technologies, and the City of Butte.

Be Career Ready

Montana Tech will go beyond giving you the knowledge and skills you need for computer science degree jobs to making sure you have the communication and interpersonal skills you need to be part of a team in a real-world environment. From engaged computer science faculty to Montana Tech’s outstanding Career Services, you’ll have the resources, support, and connections to secure computer science internships and jobs.

Spectacular Location

Montana Tech’s location in Butte, Montana, provides an ideal place for you to pursue your computer science degree. You’ll have access to computer science internships and other opportunities for hands- on experience — right here in Butte and in nearby cities, such as Bozeman and Missoula. Spend your study breaks in Montana’s beautiful outdoors with opportunities to hike, ski, and fish in and around Butte and across the state.

What is Computer Science?

Computer science is the study of computers and computing concepts, such as hardware, software, networking, and the Internet. It includes many branches, such as artificial intelligence, programming, software engineering, and computer graphics. Put simply, computer scientists use technology to solve problems, from writing software to make computers work more efficiently to creating mobile apps, in every industry.

What Kinds of Jobs Do Computer Scientists Get?

With the computer science degree you’ll be prepared for a wide array of computer science careers in Montana and across the country and the world. Graduates of the Montana Tech computer science degree program hold a variety of positions, including computer programmer, database administrator, and computer systems analyst. They also hold advanced degrees in computer science and related fields.

Explore Classes for the Computer Science Degree

During your first year, you’ll take a freshman seminar course that will introduce you to the computer science field, as well as software engineering. Programming is a key part of nearly all of your computer science courses. You’ll build on your knowledge and skills through studies in discrete structures, embedded systems, and database management. You’ll have a full year of data structures and algorithm analysis. Upper division courses branch into areas such as software engineering, computer architecture, operating systems, programming languages, artificial intelligence, networking, web science, and the theoretical foundations of computing. As a computer science major you’ll automatically complete the requirements for a mathematics minor.