guys, could someone suggest me some schools for a Computer Science degree. Things that I would like to consider are price and school recognition.... I've already done a search using this site. I came across some schools I've never heard of, so if anyone has suggestions I will appreciate.

thanks

-JV

What level of degree and in what area of concentration are you looking to study?

Hi JV,

Do you mean this list?

http://www.elearners.com/online-degrees/bachelor/computer-science-and-engineering.htm

If so, which schools are unfamiliar to you?

-=Steve=-

I'm looking for a BS in Computer Science with concentration in Software Engineering or Programming

SteveFoerster:

Hi JV,

Do you mean this list?

http://www.elearners.com/online-degrees/bachelor/computer-science-and-engineering.htm

If so, which schools are unfamiliar to you?

-=Steve=-

I have never heard of these ones

American Sentinel University

Regis University

Baker College Online

Ellis University

American Sentinel University is a nationally accredited (DETC) university that offers programs online.  I'm not sure when it was founded, but I think it's been in the last ten years.

Regis University is a regionally accredited Catholic university in Colorado founded in 1877 that also offers programs on campus.

Baker College is a regionally accredited non-profit private university in Michigan founded in 1911 that also offers programs on campus.

Ellis University is a regionally and nationally accredited university that offers programs online.  I'm not sure when it was founded, but I think it began life about ten years ago as a joint venture between the New York Institute of Technology and private educational company called Cardean Learning and was spun off as an independent entity last year.

When it comes to computer science, I really like Baker's program, but that's personal preference.  They're all legitimate.

-=Steve=-

Regis and Baker tend to be relatively well known.  I suppose it depends on your area though, they are not big sports schools or Ivies.

If you want a true BSCS entirely online from a regionally accredited college, your choices are Regis University, Florida State University, the University of Illinois at Springfield, Mercy College, Franklin University, and Ellis University.  Baker College offers a BCS.  The Ellis degree requires a concentration in either Internet Engineering or Distributed Database Systems. In my opinion, the first 3 colleges offer the strongest programs, in no particular order (my assessment is based entirely on their course descriptions; I don't have any personal experience with any of them).

another thing that I take into consideration is the credit per hour cost.... what you guys think are the more expensive schools the best ones?

ironically price and quality of education received do not seem to have a strong correlation in my opinion.  But that's just my .02.

miatech:

another thing that I take into consideration is the credit per hour cost.... what you guys think are the more expensive schools the best ones?

I think there can be surprisingly little connection between how much a school costs and how good it is.  For example, I think a lot of time community colleges are just as good as schools that offer the same courses for a lot more money.

-=Steve=-

SteveFoerster:

When it comes to computer science, I really like Baker's program, but that's personal preference.  They're all legitimate.

-=Steve=-

 

Steve, why do you like Baker College's CS program? If you are a graduate, what's it like?
I am currently enrolled in their AAS Computer Programming. Last year, I was at their BSCS-Database Technology. But I decided to switch. Baker costs $190 per credit hour. They're one of the cheapest.

The City University of New York is also cheap ($170 per hour). But they are only offering 2 online degrees at this time - Bachelors in Business Admin (major in Acctg, Statistics, Finance etc) and another Bachelors (if I remember correctly, it's about Culture or something). There aren't that many reviews for CUNY. They accept credit for life experience.

MartyS:

If you want a true BSCS entirely online from a regionally accredited college, your choices are Regis University, Florida State University, the University of Illinois at Springfield, Mercy College, Franklin University, and Ellis University.  Baker College offers a BCS.  The Ellis degree requires a concentration in either Internet Engineering or Distributed Database Systems. In my opinion, the first 3 colleges offer the strongest programs, in no particular order (my assessment is based entirely on their course descriptions; I don't have any personal experience with any of them).

 I reviewed the Univ of IL at Springfield online BS Computer Science. One must have completed the following:

• 1 semester of Calculus or Business Calculus
• 1 semester of Statistics
• 1 semester of Discrete or Finite Mathematics
• 2 semester sequence in Java programming

Admission Policy for the Online Computer Science Bachelor’s Degree

     1.   Students will submit all application materials to the Office of Admissions and Records, who will evaluate the applications to determine whether the application is complete and whether the student has met the requirements for admission to UIS and the Computer Science program. The student’s file will then be forwarded to the Computer Science department which will determine admission into the online Computer Science enrollment option.

     2.   Students will be admitted in groups of 20 each fall and spring semester.

     3.   Review of applications for fall will begin on March 15. The admissions office will be notified of the program’s decision by April 1. For spring, application review will begin September 15, with notification to admissions by October 1. If the 20 slots are not filled in the initial review, the review of applications will continue until the class is full.

     4.   Admitted students will be required to register within two weeks of notification of admission to confirm their status. A wait list will be used to assure that full enrollment is maintained.

     5.   In order to apply, students will be required to submit the materials and fees required by the campus as well as:

          a)   A statement of purpose for the pursuing of this degree and a discussion of any related educational/work experiences (two page 10 point font maximum).

          b)   A sample of Java code that they have written for a prior course or related work project.

 

Mrayo84:

Steve, why do you like Baker College's CS program? If you are a graduate, what's it like?  I am currently enrolled in their AAS Computer Programming. Last year, I was at their BSCS-Database Technology. But I decided to switch. Baker costs $190 per credit hour. They're one of the cheapest.

I like them because their program seems to be comparable with others, it's reasonably priced, and Baker has been around a long, long time.  They also seem to be taking distance learning pretty seriously, even offering a doctoral program, which many brick-and-mortar schools have been afraid to do.

The City University of New York is also cheap ($170 per hour). But they are only offering 2 online degrees at this time - Bachelors in Business Admin (major in Acctg, Statistics, Finance etc) and another Bachelors (if I remember correctly, it's about Culture or something). There aren't that many reviews for CUNY. They accept credit for life experience.

CUNY's a good brand name, though. I guess you can't lose either way.

-=Steve=-

SteveFoerster:

American Sentinel University is a nationally accredited (DETC) university that offers programs online.  I'm not sure when it was founded, but I think it's been in the last ten years.

Regis University is a regionally accredited Catholic university in Colorado founded in 1877 that also offers programs on campus.

Baker College is a regionally accredited non-profit private university in Michigan founded in 1911 that also offers programs on campus.

Ellis University is a regionally and nationally accredited university that offers programs online.  I'm not sure when it was founded, but I think it began life about ten years ago as a joint venture between the New York Institute of Technology and private educational company called Cardean Learning and was spun off as an independent entity last year.

When it comes to computer science, I really like Baker's program, but that's personal preference.  They're all legitimate.

-=Steve=-

 when you mean regionally accredited... does that mean their BS degrees are not recognize in other states? or that their credits are not transferable to other universities?

I was looking at the open classes for Baker College and their classes are only about one month and a half.... that does not seem like enough time to grasp all the materials

I'm in Miami, FL by the way

 

Thanks

-JV