Computer Science Major

Do you think it would be cool to design the technologies that make computer devices work better? To invent new ones? To help make people’s lives and jobs easier? Then maybe computer science is the right path for you!

As a computer science major at Grand View University, programming courses will be a key part of your studies. You’ll learn how to solve problems by translating a question into instructions a computer can follow to come up with the answers. And you’ll explore what goes on inside a computer when it’s solving a problem.

Wondering whether you should pursue business analytics, computer science, or management information systems?

Explore the differences

Why Grand View?

Personalized electives along with a solid computer science core that helps you best fit the major to your personal goals.
Focus on relating the major from a liberal arts perspective to help you use all of your skills to be ready for high level computer science with the ability to communicate effectively in many facets.
Year-long senior seminar that allows you to work on a project of your own choosing and use the skills you have learned in a viable application problem.
Flexibility to double major in another program of interest.

Career Options

Our recent graduate are enjoying diverse and rewarding careers in the following jobs. You will too.

Software Applications Developer
Network Systems Administrator
Computer Hardware Engineer
Computer Systems Analyst
Computer Network Architect
Software Quality Assurance (QA) Tester
Software Systems Developer
Information Security Analyst
Computer and Information Systems Manager
Software Developer
Database Administrator
Project Manager
Database Administrator
Business Intelligence Analyst
Web Developer
Computer Programmer
Graduate School

What Can I Do With This Major?

Course Requirements

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STEM Honors Scholarship

GV Degree Combinations

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Awards and Accomplishments

Alumni

Emma Budd (2017) • According to faculty member, Heather Brady, "Emma has done many amazing things in her time at Grand View." Emma met with Lieutenant Governor Kim Reynolds to talk about STEM education and financial backing. Emma has been volunteering with pi 515 for over a year and is very passionate about getting more girls involved in technology and STEM careers. She also volunteers with Girls Who Code, a national non-profit organization dedicated to closing the gender gap in technology.

“The vital part about mentoring is to just be there for someone - To positively challenge and engage them," Emma says. "PI515 and Girls Who Code allows me to ‘pay it forward’ to future generations of young female STEM entrepreneurs. My experience with the LT Governor provided a springboard for me to provide inspiration to an even larger audience.”

Career Outlook

Employment of computer science graduates is projected to grow 11 percent from 2014 to 2024, faster than the average for all occupations. Computer scientists are likely to enjoy excellent job prospects, because many companies report difficulties finding these highly skilled workers.

Fortunately, computer science graduates at Grand View University are recruited by employers in nearly every industry. Because we maintain strong ties with the Des Moines area business community, students have completed internships for the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the Department of Natural Resources, The Principal Financial Group and Wells Fargo Bank to name just a few. Students have also found opportunities in the financial and insurance industries as well.

Plus, there are a number of unique opportunities depending on your second major (if you so choose). For instance, if you choose to double major in Art, you could get a front-end design career. The possibilities are endless with a computer science major.