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2-Year College

Are your students unsure if they want to commit to a post secondary institution for 4 years? Students can earn a degree in Computer Science in just 2 years. Earning an Associates Degree in Computer Science can be just as beneficial as a 4 year Bachelor’s degree. An Associates degree in Computer Science has many benefits. A typical Associates degree in Computer Science will take on average 2 years or 60 credits. Take a look at the top online programs to earn an Associates Degree in Computer Science.

Some of the best Computer Science programs are embedded in schools right here in Pennsylvania. Explore some of the best schools in Pennsylvania.

Internships

Get a jump start and dive into the world of Computer Science. Carnegie Mellon offers a Pre-College Program to high school juniors. Experience classroom instruction, hands-on research projects, faculty lectures, and industry engagement with leading tech companies around the country.

Girls Who Code can provide a unique opportunity to enhance computer science skills students need to make an impact and prepare for tech careers in our free, virtual summer programs. Summer program participants get exposure to tech jobs, meet leaders in tech careers, and find community in our supportive sisterhood; all while investing in their future self.

Students can experience an internship at a Fortune 500 company. What do the top 50 Fortune 500 companies have to offer? Earn a degree and seek an internship with some of the best companies.

Supporting Research

The Best Computer Science associate degree jobs after college. Computer Science Degree Hub. (2023, February 13). https://www.computersciencedegreehub.com/faq/can-i-get-a-decent-job-with-an-associates-in-computer-science/

Top online associate degrees in Computer Science for 2022. Code a New Career | ComputerScience.org. (2022, September 8). https://www.computerscience.org/degrees/best-associate/#:~:text=It%20usually%20takes%20two%20years,usually%20get%20the%20best%20deal.

University, C. M. Computer science scholars - pre-college programs - Carnegie Mellon University. Computer Science Scholars - Pre-College Programs - Carnegie Mellon University. https://www.cmu.edu/pre-college/academic-programs/computer-science-scholars.html#selection-criteria

2023 Best Computer Science Schools in Pennsylvania. Course Advisor. (2022, November 1). https://courseadvisor.com/majors/computer-and-information-sciences/computer-science/rankings/best-schools/middle-atlantic/pennsylvania/

50 fortune 500 companies offering computer science internships. Computer Science Degree Hub. (2023a, March 28). https://www.computersciencedegreehub.com/internships-fortune-500-companies/

#creator, & #identity. (2023, May 15). Summer programs. Girls Who Code. https://girlswhocode.com/programs/summer-immersion-program

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