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- I like computers, can I major in computer science?
Computer scientists need a thorough background in mathematics as well as the
ability to write programs in several programming languages. They concern
themselves with the analysis of algorithms, data structures, computer systems,
the structure of computer languages, and applied logic. It is a difficult
major, but it leads to a rewarding career.
- What companies recruit City College computer science graduates?
The computer field has grown exponentially during the past 20 years,
and there are many opportunities in research and industry. Companies
and firms as diverse as the National Security Agency and the
National Aeronautics and Space Administration to Microsoft and
Verizon actively recruit our students.
- How many graduates get jobs soon after graduation?
The department does not have these statistics on-hand. However,
Surveys by the College show that a vast majority of City College
graduates who are not pursuing further study find employment
within three to four months after graduation. Given the current
growth of the technology sector, we expect that figures for C.S.
graduates average much higher than that of the entire collge.
The Career Center and the City College Alumni Association take
an active role in helping new graduates find employment.
- What SAT or GPA do I need to be admitted at the College?
There is no fixed GPA or SAT requirement; the CUNY Admissions
office applies a formula and the elements weighted include such
performance indicators as college admissions average, number of
academic courses completed in high school, and SAT or ACT scores.
In general, students with an average of 80 or higher and an SAT score
of 1020 or higher are assured admission into one of the City
University colleges.
- Can I minor in CS?
The department does not currently offer a minor.
- Can I attain a PhD at City College?
A number of doctoral programs are based at The City College but the Ph.D.
degree is awarded through the Graduate School and University Center of
The City University.
- How much does it cost to attend City College?
Please see our admissions page
for tuition details for undergraduates and graduates.
- What financial aid is available?
Financial aid depends on a number of factors, please visit the
Financial Aid homepage for details and office hours.
- I would like to visit the department, do you have maps/directions?
Please see our directions page for
maps, schedules, directions.
- How many times can I drop a class?
A student who withdraws from 12 credits or more within two academic years
will be placed on academic warning; a student who drops 18 or more credits
will be subject to dismissal. For more detailed information, please review
our academic regulations.
- I am not prepared for the final, can I get an INC (incomplete)?
The grade of INC is given only to students that have been doing satisfactory
work and for some reason can not complete the course. The department will
only assing this grade in extreme, unavoidable cases (e.g. illness, death).
For more detailed information, please review our
academic regulations.
This FAQ is a work in progress, if you have a question please
email the webmaster at
www-adm@cs.ccny.cuny.edu
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