B.S. in Computer Science and Geography
In DePaul’s B.S. in Computer Science +? Geography program, you'll learn to combine computational skills and geographical knowledge – as well as critical intellectual, technical and creative skills – to address key issues and develop solutions to problems facing our planet.
Through our multidisciplinary approach, you'll learn how to develop software and leverage technology and computer science techniques. You’ll be equipped with tools that incorporate the wide use of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) technologies and the application of computational methods in geography and computer science, as well as other social sciences.
Your computer science coursework will focus on technical skill development in these areas:
applying formal logic and mathematics
developing algorithms and data structures
developing software systems at different levels of abstraction
fundamental computational problem-solving skills
thinking abstractly
Your geography courses will train you in:
GIS and digital mapping
spatial analytics
spatial reasoning to explore phenomena, relationships and processes that have spatial patterns and distributions
The Jarvis College of Computing and Digital Media (CDM) is located on the Loop Campus, in the heart of Chicago’s technology and business districts, providing you with many opportunities to work professionally with leading software development and GIS technology companies. Many CDM faculty members are working professionals, allowing you to learn firsthand from leaders in the tech industry.
Companies hiring our students with backgrounds in Geography and Computer Science include Google, Garmin, ESRI, and various federal government agencies.
For international students: this program is a STEM-designated program, which can qualify you to extend your post-graduation stay in the United States.
Intakes
- Jan
- March
- June
- Sep
Application Processing Time in Days: 30
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
Common Career Areas
Environmental Planner
Geospatial Engineer
GIS Analyst
GIS Application Developer
GIS Data Scientist
GIS Software Engineer
GIS Technician
Spatial Modeler
PSW Opportunity
Post-Study Work visa or permit, allowing international students on F-1 visas to work in the US after completing their studies, typically through Optional Practical Training (OPT).
Eligibility:
To be eligible for OPT, students must have been enrolled full-time in a US educational institution for at least one academic year and be seeking work related to their major.
Duration:
Students can apply for up to 12 months of OPT, either before they finish their studies (pre-completion) or after graduation (post-completion).
STEM OPT:
Students in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) fields can apply for an extended OPT period of up to 24 months.
Contact our PSA counselor for more information
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
India
Required Documentation (if still in high school): Secondary School Certificate (SSC)/School Leaving Certificate (SLC) or All India Secondary School Certificate or Pass Certificate Result of Indian Certificate of Secondary Education Examination (Grade 10 examinations)
Required Certification (if completed high school): Higher School Certificate / Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) / Higher Secondary School Certificate (HSSC) or Intermediate Certificate Examination or All India and Delhi Senior School Certificate or Pass Certificate Result of Indian School Certificate Examination & Grade 10 examinations
TOEFL = 80 on the IBT TOEFL with no subsection lower than 17
IELTS Academic = 6.5 on the IELTS Academic
Duolingo English Test (DET) = 115 on the DET
PTE Academic = minimum English academic score of 53
Revised TOEFL Paper-delivered Test = 59 on the PdT overall with no subsection lower than 17
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Bachelors/UG Degree
- Duration: 04 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
180780 USD
Average Cost of Living: 14000 USD /year
Application Fee: 75 USD
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