Computer Science & Software Systems Pre-Major

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Summary

This Associates in Arts (AA-DTA), Computer Science Focus is a more flexible version of the Associates in Computer Science (AA-DTA/MRP).  
 
This two-year degree covers the fundamental building blocks of computer science, including computer programming, collaboration, and problem solving. Coursework equips students with the essential skills needed to skill-up or transfer to a four-year university for further education. With growing needs in the tech industry, an associate degree in computer science can set the foundation for a variety of career opportunities in fields such as software development, cybersecurity, data science, and more. 

The Associate in Arts - Direct Transfer Agreement (AA-DTA) is part of Shoreline’s General Transfer program and is designed to meet the first two years of requirements of most four-year degrees.

Completion Award
Associate of Arts - Direct Transfer Agreement
Length of Study
90 Credits
Starting Quarter
Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer
Location
On Campus

  1. Describe differences and similarities in how people across the globe experience social, cultural, economic, or political systems.
  2. Examine the interactions between societies and individuals.
  3. Apply methods of a specific discipline to interpret an expression of the human experience.
  4. Identify methods scientists use to explain aspects of the natural world.
  5. Use scientific laboratory practices within a field or discipline to investigate a scientific concept.
In addition to the outcomes above, students will gain the skills and knowledge included in Shoreline Student Learning Outcomes (SSLOs): Communication, Critical Thinking, Equity & Social Justice, Information Literacy, and Quantitative & Symbolic Reasoning.

Graduates with a bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Computing and Software Systems have far reaching opportunities in the computer career field, working as computer programmers, network specialists, systems and data communication analyst, software and hardware engineers, technical consultants and educators. Depending on the position, wages are typically strong ranging from $40,000 to well over $100,000 a year. Resource: Association for Computing Machinery at www.computingcareers.acm.org. Potential employers include: computer software and hardware companies, software publishers, businesses and consulting firms, entertainment industry, schools, health care agencies and manufacturing companies.

Estimated Tuition & Fees

(does not include additional program or course fees, books, or supply costs)

Per Quarter
2024-2025		 WA-Resident Non-WA resident,
US citizen, &
Eligible non-citizen
On Campus		 Non-WA resident
Non-US citizen¹		 Non-WA resident, US citizen
Online Only
1 credit $126.47 $246.49 $327.01 $144.67
5 credits $632.35 $1,232.45 $1,635.05 $723.35
12 credits (full-time) $1,387.14 $2,487.04 $3,408.94 $1,571.08
15 credits $1,570.80 $2,520.25 $3,617.20 $1,757.65

¹ Includes all International Students, both on campus and overseas online

Additional Fees
Approximately $20 - $120 per quarter, depending on courses selected

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