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100% Online Computer Science Degree

Learn to use computer programming, mathematics, data structures, and algorithms to solve a variety of computational problems. 

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BENEFITS

Why the LSUA BS in Computer Science?

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Learn In-Demand Skills

Low Student-Teacher Ratio

Students can transfer up to 90 credit hours from regionally accredited institutions.

Learn in-demand skills such as JAVA and other valuable programming languages.

Receive close attention and instruction from the faculty due to small class sizes.

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Dec 8, 2025

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LSU Alexandria

BS in Computer Science

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$340 Per Credit Hour

120 Credit Hours 

*Cost per credit hour and fees are subject to change

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In-Demand Job Field

Employment of computer and information research scientists is projected to grow 23% from 2022 to 2032, much faster than the average for all occupations.1

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Affordable Tuition

LSUA ranked #3 on Best-Universities.net's list of the Most Affordable Online Bachelor's Degrees for 2022.

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Project-Based Courses

Project-based courses give graduates a tangible portfolio to use in job interviews

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Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

CREDIT HOURS
COST PER CREDIT HOUR
TOTAL COST

120

$340

$40,800

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What Will I Learn in this program?

Why Computer Science?

Career Opportunities

Students enrolled in the online computer science degree program will acquire knowledge in key discipline areas and use it to design, implement, and evaluate computer-based systems. Students will learn to use computer programming, mathematics, data structures, and algorithms to solve a variety of computational problems.

Computer science and the career pathways it opens up have a healthy level of demand. Today’s business climate is driven by technology, and those businesses need skilled professionals to create, implement, and maintain the systems that support these technologies in almost every field. 

Graduates of this program seek diverse careers as

  • Business Intelligence Analyst
  • IT Project Manager
  • Mathematician
  • Hardware Engineer
  • Video Game Designer
  • Web Developer
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QUALIFICATIONS

Admission Requirements

Admission Requirements

Have a high school core grade point average of at least 2.0

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For university acceptance, first-time freshman must meet one of the following criteria:

Have an ACT composite of 20 or higher

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What Makes LSU Online Unique?

The computer science program has been transformative, equipping me with essential skills and opening doors to endless opportunities in the digital world. I am grateful for their innovative curriculum and dedicated faculty, which have shaped my personal and professional growth."

Jocelyn G.

BS in Computer Science student

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

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Will my degree say I earned it online?

No, graduates receive the same diploma as on-campus peers.

Will I pay out-of-state tuition if I am outside of Louisiana?

There are no out-of-state fees. Fully online programs offer the same flat-rate tuition no matter where you live.

How do online classes work?

LSU Online is a flexible fit for learners offering six starts a year and seven-week terms. All courses are designed to be fully accessible and engage learners, no matter where you are located.

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