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Computer Science (BS)

Computer science (CS) stresses the design, analysis, implementation, management and application of large software systems, as well as systems combining both hardware and software. The Watson School offers a rich set of courses in software design, programming, hardware design and everything in between.

Students begin taking computer science courses in their first semester at Binghamton, and the department welcomes incoming first-year students with or without prior CS experience. In their first year, students with limited programming experience begin the year with Programming Concepts and Applications; otherwise, they start with hardware and software systems. During the first two years, students study multiple programming languages and computer systems principles. Required courses build a strong foundation across the core areas of CS, such as computer systems design, programming languages, data structures and algorithms, computer architecture, operating systems and formal methods. A wide variety of elective classes allows students to pursue the areas that interest them most, while applying and building on their foundation. We offer electives in software systems, networking (including mobile and wireless networks), web-based systems, machine learning, data mining, artificial intelligence (AI), computer graphics, computer vision, cybersecurity, embedded systems, Internet of Things (IoT), cloud computing, robotics and game design. To maximize scheduling flexibility, every required CS course is taught every semester. This enables different paths through the program and allows students to minor — or even earn a dual degree — in the arts, business, math, music, languages, the sciences and more. Students can also study abroad, pursue a semester-long co-op for credit, or both.

Intakes

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

Binghamton University graduates have strong career opportunities with high placement rates and good starting salaries, with employers like Microsoft, Google, IBM, and major accounting and financial firms recruiting annually. The potential for job opportunities in 2025 is expected to remain high, as the university provides robust career services, though specific projections for 2025 aren't yet available.

Factors contributing to job opportunity potential:
Strong Employer Connections
: Over 1,800 large and small employers actively recruit Binghamton students, demonstrating a wide-ranging demand for their graduates.
Diverse Industries
: Graduates find rewarding careers in various sectors, including technology (Microsoft, Google, IBM), finance (Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley, Ernst & Young, Deloitte), and consumer goods (Coca-Cola, Tata).
High Placement Rates
: The School of Management, for example, reported that 95.6% of its graduates were employed in 2023, with an overall employment rate of 84%.
Competitive Salaries
: The average starting salary for graduates is substantial, with the School of Management reporting an average salary of approximately USD 82,993 in 2023.
How to explore opportunities for 2025:
University Resources
: Visit Binghamton University's Undergraduate Admissions website to find more details on career outcomes and employer partnerships.
Placement Statistics
: Look for more recent placement data on Shiksha.com to get the latest insights into graduation employment trends for 2025.
University Career Services
: Students can directly access resources and support from the university's career services department to find job openings and internship opportunities.

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

Binghamton University is a SAT/ACT test-optional university which means SAT/ACT scores are not required. Students have the option to submit SAT/ACT scores for academic review and/or to fulfill the application requirement to demonstrate English proficiency.

All students must indicate on the Common Application, the Coalition application or the SUNY application whether or not they want standardized SAT/ACT test scores included in the academic review of their overall application.

TOEFL (iBT, iBT Home Edition) = 80-95

IELTS = 6.5-7.0

Duolingo = 110-120

SAT (EBRW) = 530-640

ACT (English) = 21-27

Cambridge English (B2, C1, C2) = 176-185

PTE = 53-65

Binghamton University State University of New York

Binghamton , New York ,United States