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Given that nearly every business, industry, and organization relies on computers at various levels, computer science has become one of the fastest-growing career fields for college graduates. Computer science professionals utilize algorithmic processes and programming languages like Java, JavaScript, HTML, or C to develop innovative solutions and address challenges across nearly all societal sectors. The curriculum covers both the theoretical principles of information and computation as well as practical methods for applying these concepts, enabling students to generate, analyze, and modify data within computer systems. Unlike computer engineering, computer science places greater emphasis on the theoretical aspects of computing and programming.
All specializations, with the exception of IT, hold accreditation from the Computing Accreditation Commission of Accrediting College Programs in Applied Science, ensuring program excellence. Graduates with a computer science degree from USU enjoy competitive starting salaries, strong employment prospects, and opportunities to work with leading tech firms such as Microsoft, IBM, Google, HP, and others.