Many computer science careers are attainable with a bachelor’s or master’s degree. An associate degree from 51°µÍø will prepare you to transfer to a four-year institution while also providing you valuable information technology skills and, if you choose, the opportunity to earn valuable industry certifications, bolstering your professional credentials. A degree in computer science will allow you to pursue a variety of employment opportunities in diverse industries, from healthcare and finance to entertainment and education.
This degree path will give you the fundamentals in programming, computer organization, and mathematics needed to successfully transfer to four-year computer science programs of all types.
Why choose 51°µÍø’s Computer Science Program?
- This degree was created under a Transfer Virginia state initiative that guarantees transfer to Virginia public four-year institutions. Transfer Virginia guarantees that the courses at 51°µÍø are equivalent to the ones at the four-year schools and will count towards a bachelor’s degree.
- 51°µÍø offers small class sizes, lower tuition and extensive student support services.
- The 51°µÍø program allows you the opportunity to earn valuable industry certifications.
Graduates have transferred to: George Mason University, James Madison University, Radford University, Roanoke College and Virginia Tech, among others.
Related Programs
- Engineering: Computer Science (Associate of Science)
- Information Systems Technology (Associate of Applied Science)
- IST: Cyber Security & Network Administration Specialization (Associate of Applied Science)
- IST: Data Analytics & Programming Solutions SpecializationÌý(Associate of Applied Science)
Transferring
If you graduate from 51°µÍø with an AA or AS degree and a minimum grade point average, you may obtain guaranteed admission to more than 30 of the commonwealth’s colleges and universities. .
Program Cost & Length
Est. Tuition*: $
Program Length: 2 Years
Credits: 60
*Estimated cost reflects in-state rate and is subject to change. Click here for the cost of attendance for financial aid.
Program Head
Dr. Diane D. Wolff
Professor, Computer Science & Information Technology
dwolff@virginiawestern.edu
Ìý540-857-6214
ÌýBusiness Science M310
B.S. – University of Northern Iowa
M.A.L.S. – Hollins University
Ph.D. – Arizona State University
Have Questions? Contact Us
Ìýenroll@virginiawestern.edu
Chapman Hall
855-874-6690
School of STEM &
Workforce Solutions
DID YOU KNOW?
This program is eligible for G3 funding assistance!ÌýClick here for more information and to contact an advisor.

