Frequently Asked Questions

This program has 3 math courses.

Year one: Math 099, Intermediate Algebra II, Math& 141 Pre-Calculus I, and Math& 146 Statistics

Additionally, there are 4 math courses viewed through a computer science perspective:

• Year two: CS 170 Linear Algebra for Data Analysis
• Year three: CS 202 Discrete Structures 1 and CS 302 Discrete Structures 2
• Year four: CS 402 Statistical Methods for User Research

For those who have not yet taken MATH 98. If you have not taken Math98 or higher, you must first take Accuplacer.

This diagnostic tool will guide us in placing you into the appropriate spot. You should refresh and practice your math skills before you take the Accuplacer, you may even find that your results satisfy the Math098 requirements!

Please note that you need to schedule a time to take this tool and that you will need a photo ID and an SVC CTClink ID number.

We recommend taking a diagnostic assessment as the first step. We have found that this diagnosis helps us to identify the areas on which we need to focus our review.

• Create an account using your SVC email address
• Click on Math placement review
• Click on Pre-Algebra and/or Algebra

We also recommend taking a practice assessment to become comfortable with the format.

• Navigate to accuplacer practice
• Create an account using any email address
• Select Next-Generation Practice
• Navigate to Quantitative Reasoning and select either Learn as you go or Sample

Samples

Arithmetic sample questions

Quantitative Reasoning, Algebra, Statistics sample questions

During this information session, you will learn about the enrollment process, financial aid opportunities, and program overview. Information sessions are held online via Zoom.

Access the Information Session Schedule

Faculty in the program come from a range of disciplines and backgrounds. All are experts in their fields and represent both full-time faculty or professionals with considerable computer science and workplace experience.

A BSCS degree is excellent preparation for a wide variety of careers in varied fields. A sample of job titles include:

• Software Developer
• Software Quality Assurance Analyst and Tester
• Computer Systems Analyst
• Computer Programmer
• Database Administrator
• Computer and Information Systems Manager

Year one and two are hybrid. Meeting on the Mount Vernon Campus Tuesdays and Thursdays during the day.

Year three and four are online with testing held on the Mount Vernon Campus. Dates and times for testing are provided in advance. 

Specific tuition information can be found at: https://www.skagit.edu/business-services/college-fees.html 

General education elements of a bachelor's degree program, foundational computer science concepts and software development.

Degree requirements focus on the knowledge and skills that are most critical for success in the field.

Students will also participate in seminars and workshops to build job search skills and gain confidence in coding interviews.