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Bachelor of Science in Applied Computer Science Post-Baccalaureate
Find the flexible options, faculty support, and quality education you need to take your next step.
The University of Colorado Boulder offers students multiple options for gaining the education and skills they need to advance their careers – whether that’s a second bachelor’s degree to get the job you want or the courses and faculty guidance your need for graduate school.
Designed for working professionals, courses are offered 100% online so that you can work toward your goals from anywhere in the world with an internet connection.
Designed for Adult Learners
100% Online
Coursework that fits your schedule
Taught by world-class faculty
Gain experience and skills to help you stand out
Find the Path That’s Right for You
The decision to go back to school isn’t an easy one, which is why our program is structured in a flexible way so you can customize your education to meet your needs. Begin coursework in any term—fall, spring or summer — and plan your workload each semester depending on your schedule and needs.
Depending on your goals, you can earn a second bachelor’s degree quickly or take a single course that interests you. We can help you find the pathway that fits your personal, professional, and educational needs
“I already have a bachelor's degree and have a job, so the Applied Computer Science Post-Baccalaureate degree was the perfect choice – not to mention, one of the only degrees of its kind. I get to continue learning and working on my part-time job, all the while building a robust computer science knowledge base.”
— Alijah O. | Applied Computer Science Post-Baccalaureate Student
Earn a Second Bachelor's Degree
The Applied Computer Science Post-Baccalaureate degree is designed for working professionals with a prior bachelor’s degree who are looking to make a career pivot or move ahead in their current career path quickly.
Only 45 Credits
Graduate in as little as 2 years
Classes that fit your schedule
Pursue your degree full time or part-time from anywhere in the world
No GMAT/GRE Required
Pathways to Your Goals
Choose from one of our curated lists of courses designed to achieve a specific goal, including:
An Intro to Computer Science
An Internship
Graduate School in Computer Science
Data Science
Artificial Intelligence
Our faculty and advisors will work with you to identify the courses that meet your individual needs.
Individual Courses Meet Your Needs
Enroll in individual classes to prepare for the next step in your education or employment:
Natural Language Processing
Linear Algebra
Discrete Structures
Algorithms
Machine Learning
More
Support to Help You Reach Your Goals
This program prepares you for the next step – whether that’s graduate school, an internship, or a career pivot. You’ll be positioned to take advantage of one of the world’s fastest-growing career fields with an education from CU Boulder’s prestigious College of Engineering and Applied Science.
Our courses are taught by world class faculty who are recognized as leading experts in their fields. Benefit from their knowledge and our small classes where they get to know you and tailor their support.
Dedicated advisors support you from your first connection with CU Boulder through completion of your coursework. They can help you identify classes that fit your individual goals.