I'm considering starting my computer science studies at a community college in New York. Does anyone know which ones have the best CS programs? I'm hoping for a solid foundation before transferring.
Sure thing! There are several community colleges in New York with highly-rated computer science programs:
1. Queensborough Community College: Queensborough offers an Associate in Science (AS) program in Information and Computer Science that's designed for students planning to transfer to a four-year institution. They offer small class sizes and emphasize theory and practical applications.
2. Nassau Community College: Nassau has an Associate in Science (AS) in Computer Science degree. They provide a strong foundation in mathematics as well as computer science, and their graduates transfer to prestigious universities.
3. Monroe Community College: Monroe's Computer Information Systems program isn't solely focused on computer science, but it provides a broad IT background that could be useful depending on your goals.
4. New York City College of Technology (City Tech): City Tech offers an Associate in Science (AS) degree in Computer Science. It's designed to lead to immediate employment or transfer to a baccalaureate program.
5. Suffolk County Community College: The Computer Science program at Suffolk is designed for transfer to a four-year institution and offers comprehensive programming, systems analysis, and computer applications courses.
Lastly, just a reminder, make sure to look at transfer agreements between these community colleges and the four-year institutions you're considering. Many community colleges have articulation agreements with four-year schools that guarantee admission and credit transfer, as long as you meet certain criteria.
Good luck with your computer science studies!
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