Computer Science B.S. and Applied Computer Science M.S.
Bachelor of Science, Master of Science (B.S., M.S.)
Combined
Allendale • Face to face • Hybrid
• 135-138 CreditsCombined
Allendale • Face to face • Hybrid
• 135-138 CreditsGrand Valley State University combined degree programs offer current qualified undergraduate students the opportunity to complete both an undergraduate and graduate degree, meeting their unique personal, academic, and career goals. Pursuing a combined degree program can reduce the cost and total time required to complete both a bachelor's and a master's degree.
Grand Valley offers a combined B.S. in Computer Science and M.S. in Applied Computer Science program. This accelerated pathway allows students to earn both degrees in a shorter time, reducing overall costs and duration. Students typically apply in their second year and must meet specific admission criteria.
The curriculum includes topics such as computer architecture, data communications, software development, and advanced algorithms. The program emphasizes hands-on learning through modern labs and practical projects, ensuring students gain both theoretical and practical skills. Up to 12 credits of graduate coursework can be counted towards the undergraduate degree.
Studying this program at GVSU provides numerous benefits, including access to experienced faculty, advanced facilities, and valuable internship opportunities. The accelerated format allows students to enter the job market quickly with a competitive edge, meeting the growing demand for master's-trained professionals in the tech industry.
Students apply directly to the School of Computing for the combined B.S./M.S. program during their second academic year. Visit the online catalog to learn more about admission requirements for the combined bachelor of science in computer science and master of science in applied computer science.
College of Computing
(616) 331-2060
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gvsu.edu/computing
Create, modify, and test the code and scripts that allow computer applications to run. Work from specifications drawn up by software and web developers or other individuals. May develop and write computer programs to store, locate, and retrieve specific documents, data, and information.
Top skillsAnnual Earnings | Percentile |
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$ 33,184.88 | 10% |
$ 53,648.94 | 25% |
$ 68,019.85 | 50% |
$ 84,690.18 | 75% |
$122,929.46 | 90% |
Develop and implement websites, web applications, application databases, and interactive web interfaces. Evaluate code to ensure that it is properly structured, meets industry standards, and is compatible with browsers and devices. Optimize website performance, scalability, and server-side code and processes. May develop website infrastructure and integrate websites with other computer applications.
Top skillsAnnual Earnings | Percentile |
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$ 43,764.64 | 10% |
$ 55,156.57 | 25% |
$ 91,208.00 | 50% |
$110,179.81 | 75% |
$136,959.28 | 90% |
Design and develop solutions to complex applications problems, system administration issues, or network concerns. Perform systems management and integration functions.
Top skillsAnnual Earnings | Percentile |
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$ 48,136.15 | 10% |
$ 70,097.49 | 25% |
$ 98,871.70 | 50% |
$129,226.74 | 75% |
$155,047.99 | 90% |
Install, configure, and maintain an organization's local area network (LAN), wide area network (WAN), data communications network, operating systems, and physical and virtual servers. Perform system monitoring and verify the integrity and availability of hardware, network, and server resources and systems. Review system and application logs and verify completion of scheduled jobs, including system backups. Analyze network and server resource consumption and control user access. Install and upgrade software and maintain software licenses. May assist in network modeling, analysis, planning, and coordination between network and data communications hardware and software.
Top skillsAnnual Earnings | Percentile |
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$ 62,049.96 | 10% |
$ 75,927.44 | 25% |
$ 93,248.87 | 50% |
$106,919.26 | 75% |
$134,841.71 | 90% |
Research, design, develop, or test computer or computer-related equipment for commercial, industrial, military, or scientific use. May supervise the manufacturing and installation of computer or computer-related equipment and components.
Top skillsAnnual Earnings | Percentile |
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$ 83,488.04 | 10% |
$100,892.73 | 25% |
$113,075.08 | 50% |
$146,379.98 | 75% |
$186,936.41 | 90% |