Washington State University 

With choices in Computer Science and Computer Engineering housed under the same college, a student has multiple options.  With an emphasis on software design and testing, the BA and BS options allow students to find what they are looking for.  The BA is uniquely designed for students who wish to learn computer science and apply it to another area, which is complemented by the required minor.

Admit Rate: 77%

COA: $39,000

Oregon State University

At Oregon State, one can choose from Applied or Computer Systems.  The applied area includes cyber security, data science, AI, robot intelligence, web and mobile application development, Human-Computer interaction, and simulation & game programming.  The school's ABET accreditation ensures the program's strength.

Admit Rate: 81%

COA: $49,500

Willamette University 

In addition to offering a BA or BS track, they also emphasize seminar learning and independent research by making them required courses.  They believe in mentorship, global perspectives, networking and advocacy in all of their programs - personalized attention is of the utmost importance!

Admit Rate: 84%

COA: $72,100

Gonzaga University   

Gonzaga’s computer science program covers all of the traditional computer science avenues, but one can also take courses in artificial intelligence, computer graphics, computer networks, cryptography, natural language processing, human computer interaction, data visualization, mobile app development, and machine learning.  Check out their computer science labs!

Admit Rate: 66%

COA: $67,000

Seattle University

Seattle University’s urban location and proximity to Amazon, Boeing, Microsoft, PACCAR, Nordstrom, and Costco ensures excellent internship and career opportunities. Students receive a year-long, experiential learning program coordinated with industry experts through their award-winning Project Center.

Admit Rate: 76%

COA: $65,900