Undergraduate Computing Programs

Students working together on a hands-on computing project in a lab setting, with a caption describing Grand Valley State University's School of Computing offering knowledge and real-world experience to undergraduates in a tech-driven world, fostering innovation, creativity, and leadership.

 

At Grand Valley State University's College of Computing, we provide undergraduates with the knowledge and hands-on experience to excel in today’s tech-driven world.

From cutting-edge research to real-world problem solving, our diverse programs foster innovation, creativity, and leadership.

Majors

The College of Computing offers five undergraduate degrees. Each of these degrees offers their own unique experience, and prepares our students for success after graduation.

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Computer Science majors prepare to design and implement software, discover new uses of computing, and to solve computing problems.

 

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Cybersecurity majors study techniques to protect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of data, information, and computer systems against attacks.

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Data Science and Analytics major equips students with skills in data analysis and statistical modeling.

 

 

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Information Systems majors study the use of computers in organizing and processing information.

 

 

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Information Technology majors emphasize the technology needed to convey information needed in organizations.

 

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The GVSU Difference

Four statistics showcasing the strengths of Grand Valley State University's computing programs: 92% of GVSU computer science alumni work in their field, 95% job placement rate for computing graduates within six months of graduation, 9% statewide employment growth projected through 2030, and 150+ industry partnerships offering students networking, internships, and job placement opportunities.

Minors

Are you interested in enhancing your undergraduate degree by adding in some computing skills? You should check out any number of our minors available.

 

The CS minor introduces students to software development.

 

 

 

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An excellent choice for engineering and computer science majors who seek additional understanding of the design of computer hardware.

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Enhance your skill set and boost your career prospects by learning essential techniques to protect data and systems from cyber threats with a minor in cybersecurity.

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A cross Statistics/Computer Science minor to deepen understanding of data analysis.

 

 

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The HIS minor prepares future health professionals with a strong foundation in information technology as it relates to healthcare.

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This minor is designed to provide students with a foundation related to the principles of information security.

 

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A strong compliment for business majors who want to understand how business decisions influence information management.

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For students who want a practical introduction to computing concepts including networks, databases, and computer programming.

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In this video, Dr. Jared Moore, Associate Dean of Undergraduate Studies and Outreach, shares insights into our innovative programs in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Data Science & Analytics, Information Systems, and Information Technology.

 

 

Explore the exciting world of computing at GVSU! In this video, Dr. Jared Moore, Associate Dean of Undergraduate Studies and Outreach, shares insights into our innovative programs in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Data Science & Analytics, Information Systems, and Information Technology. Discover how our undergraduate programs prepare students for thriving careers in tech through hands-on learning, industry connections, and cutting-edge research.



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