Top Undergraduate Computer Science Colleges

Computer science is the study of information and computer technology, and the implementation of computer systems and software. Students who study this field can pursue many careers, including graphic designers, computer programmers, technician specialists and game designers. Although there are hundreds of undergraduate programs that offer computer science majors, Carnegie Mellon University, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Stanford University are the top three programs in the United States.
  1. Carnegie Mellon Universit

    • Carnegie Mellon University offers the top computer science program in the country, according to a 2010 U.S. News & World Report ranking. This private university offers a School of Computer Science, and all courses emphasize multi-dimensional perspectives using the latest computer software. Students in this program may choose from three program plans, including a Bachelors of Science in Computer Science, a Bachelors in Science in Computational Biology, or a Bachelors in Science in Computer Science and Arts. Students may also double-major in Language Technologies, Robotics, Computer Science, Human-Computer Interaction and Software Engineering.

      Carnegie Mellon University
      5000 Forbes Ave.
      Pittsburgh, PA 15213
      412-268-8525
      cs.cmu.edu/

    Massachusetts Institute of Technology

    • The Massachusetts Institute of Technology, located in Cambridge, Massachusetts, offers the second highest ranking computer science program, according to a 2010 report by U.S. News. Students in this program work in the MIT Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory, a state-of-the-art facility featuring the latest technology and experienced mentors. This program encourages interdisciplinary study, and students have complete access to the program's facilities and libraries.

      Massachusetts Institute of Technology
      32 Vassar Street
      Cambridge, MA 02139
      617-253-5851
      csail.mit.edu

    Stanford University

    • Stanford, located in Stanford, California, offers the third best computer science program for undergraduates, according to a 2010 ranking by U.S. News. This program, established in 1965, educates students by way of hands-on study and extensive research. Students study artificial intelligence, foundations of computer science, systems analysis, robotics and scientific computing. The program also encourages interdisciplinary study, and students have pursued work in genetics, chemistry, linguistics, medicine and physics.

      Stanford University
      450 Serra Mall
      Stanford CA 94305
      650-723-2300
      cs.stanford.edu/

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