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Applied Computer Science

Undergraduate Certificate

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Course Delivery
100% Online
Total Credits
18
In-State Tuition Per Credit
$308.02
Out of State Tuition Per Credit
$1083.63

Applied Computer Science

Undergraduate Certificate

The IU Online Undergraduate Certificate in Applied Computer Science introduces computer science principles, develops practical skills in market-driven software applications, and prepares you to be successful with emerging technologies. You learn to solve complex problems, design and implement algorithms, apply computer science theory to practical problems, adapt to technological change, and program in at least two languages.

As a student in the program, you take courses in web development, computer science concepts, and software project management. You also acquire the technical proficiency, project management skills, communication expertise, and analytical skills needed to develop working solutions for computing challenges.

Your IU Online Undergraduate Certificate in Applied Computer Science prepares you for such careers as:

Database developer
Visual basic developer
Webmaster
Multimedia developer
System and network administrator
Information security administrator
Programmer/analyst
Help desk technical support
User support specialist

Certificate Requirements

To earn the Undergraduate Certificate in Applied Computer Science, you must complete 18 credit hours.

Requirements are broken down as follows:

Applied computer science core courses (9 credit hours)
Applied computer science tier 1 elective courses (3 credit hours)
Applied computer science tier 2 elective courses (6 credit hours)

*Courses for this certificate program are offered both online and on campus. Please check the current course listings for online availability.

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Admissions

To be accepted to this program, you must have:

Admissions requirements vary.

NOTE: This program is authorized, exempt, or not subject to state regulatory compliance and may enroll students from all 50 states

To apply to this program:

Complete application for admission.
Complete an essay (applicants with fewer than 26 credit hours).
Submit high school transcript or equivalent (applicants with fewer than 26 credit hours).
International applicants may be asked for additional materials.
Submit official transcripts to mycredit@iupui.edu or:

IUPUI Office of Undergraduate Admissions

Cavanaugh Hall 147

425 University Boulevard

Indianapolis, IN 46202

Priority Application Deadlines:

Fall semester (first-year freshmen): May 1

Fall semester (non–first-year students): Jun 1

Spring semester: Dec 1

Summer session I: Mar 15

Summer session II: May 1

Courses

Core

CSCI-N 241	Fundamentals of Web Development	3 Credits
CSCI-N 301	Fundamentals of Computer Science Concepts	3 Credits
CSCI-N 361	Fundamentals of Software Project Management	3 Credits

Elective

CSCI-N 207	Data Analysis Using Spreadsheets	3 Credits
CSCI-N 211	Introduction to Databases	3 Credits
CSCI-N 300	Mobile Computing Fundamentals	3 Credits
CSCI-N 311	Advanced Database Programming	3 Credits
CSCI-N 317	Computation of Scientific Applications	3 Credits
CSCI-N 341	Client Side Web Programming	3 Credits
CSCI-N 342	Server Side Web Development	3 Credits
CSCI-N 410	Mobile Application Development	3 Credits
CSCI-N 431	E-Commerce with ASP.net	3 Credits
INFO-I 300	Human-Computer Interaction	3 Credits

Find course descriptions with our Search Schedule of Classes/Courses tool.

Tuition & Fees

Cost for Indiana Residents

Per Credit Hour
Tuition: $308.02

3 Credit Hours
Tuition: $924.06

Note:

Additional fees will apply.

Cost for Out of State Residents

Per Credit Hour
Tuition: $1083.63

3 Credit Hours
Tuition: $3250.89

In accordance with Federal Financial Aid requirements, IU has calculated a “Cost of Attendance” for this program based on the most common enrollments from students who are enrolled full time for the academic year. We’re showing you the estimated cost of attendance for the full 2023–24 academic year (fall and spring semesters). Cut these numbers in half to figure out the cost of a single semester. Your actual costs for housing and food, books and supplies, transportation, and personal expenses will vary based on:

• The number of credit hours you take
• Whether you’re an Indiana resident
• Your personal choices
• Your travel habits

Your cost of attendance may differ from these estimates.

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Direct Costs:

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Indiana Residents

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Non-residents

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Indirect Costs:

Food & Housing $13,010

Books & Supplies $690

Transportation $2350

Personal Expenses $2200

Indirect Costs:

Food & Housing $13,010

Books & Supplies $322

Transportation $2350

Personal Expenses $2200

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Applied Computer Science

Admissions

To be accepted to this program, you must have:

To apply to this program:

Courses

Core

Elective

Tuition & Fees

Cost for Indiana Residents

Per Credit Hour

3 Credit Hours

Cost for Out of State Residents

Per Credit Hour

3 Credit Hours

What's it like to be an IU Online Student?

Earn an IU education from wherever you are

Get the support you need to succeed

Reap the rewards for decades to come

Take the first step toward a more rewarding future

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