Start by exploring computer science in the introductory course, Computational Thinking, learning to program while creating digital images. In the next two courses you will examine fundamental data structures and algorithms and learn how to visualize and analyze large data sets. Advanced courses allow for deeper exploration into the key areas of computer science—algorithms, computational biology, software and hardware design, robotics, graphics, computer games, and the limits of computation. As a computer science major or minor, you will investigate the design of computational processes, computing systems, and virtual objects to answer the question “What can computers do?” In addition to offering the major and minor in computer science, the department partners with other academic programs to offer interdisciplinary computation majors in biology, environmental studies, music, and theater and dance. Students in these majors explore how computers and computation can be used in a specific discipline, preparing them to be leaders and innovators in their chosen focus area. |
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
Requirements: We require your high school transcript and a completed secondary school report from a school official.
Planning ahead is always a good idea, so when you’re mapping out your class schedule, make sure to include the most rigorous college-prep courses your high school offers. The most competitive applicants have a minimum of 20 core academic units, including: - Four years of English
- Three years of mathematics
- Two years of laboratory science
- Two years of history or social science
- Two years of other college prep electives
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| Application Notes : | If English is neither your first language nor your current language of instruction we require a score report of the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) iBT or Home Edition, International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic at a test center or online, or Duolingo English Test (DET). You may self-report your scores when applying to Colby, either by reporting them on your application or sending a PDF copy of your score report to [email protected]. We superscore the TOEFL and accept MyBest scores. Video interviews are not required; however, Colby does accept them via Duolingo, Vericant, and InitialView. |
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* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.