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Computer Science (AS.CSE)

Graduates of this program will be able to analyze a complex computing problem and identify solutions; design, implement and evaluate a computing-based solution; recognize professional responsibilities and make informed decisions; apply computer science theory and software development fundamentals to produce computing-based solutions, and more! 

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This program is a featured Rowan Connection with guaranteed transfer after you graduate.

Graduation Requirement

Students must complete a minimum of 12 semester hours of management and/or technical coursework at Rowan College in Burlington County.


 

Program Fall Enrollments
 2018FAR 2019FAR 2020FAR 2021FAR 2022FAR 2023FAR
Computer Science (CSE) 296 262 223 209 258 246
Computer Information Systems  (INF) 59 39 58 52 53 67
Cybersecurity (IAC) 109 124 99 98 110 134
Electrical Engineering Technology  (EET) 46 51 45 11 2
Electrical Engineering Technology  (ELT) 44 41 39
       
Program Graduate Rate
 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023
Computer Science (CSE) 26% 28% 26% 27% 29% 29%
Computer Information Systems  (INF) 32% 30% 27% 28% 29% 31%
Cybersecurity (IAC) 19% 18% 10% 11% 12% 16%
Electrical Engineering Technology  (EET)  8% 7% 20% 28% 50%
Electrical Engineering Technology  (ELT) 2% 7% 5% 
       
Program Fall to Fall Retention
 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023
Computer Science (CSE) 62% 64% 57% 52% 59% 60%
Computer Information Systems  (INF) 67% 65% 60% 61% 65% 66%
Cybersecurity (IAC) 67% 68% 44% 45% 62% 66%
Electrical Engineering Technology  (EET)

 

15% 11% 12% 4% 
Electrical Engineering Technology  (ELT)       

*The graduation rates are based on a 3-year completion time frame.

*For all RCBC students, the average amount of credits to degree is 75.3.

*For all RCBC full-time students, the average time to degree is 2.3 years.

*For all RCBC part-time students, the average time to degree is 5 years.


Career Placement Information

DegreeWorkforceContinuing EducationMilitaryOther
Computer Information Systems44%33%11%12%
Cybersecurity11%66%0%23%
Computer Science 11%88%0%1%
Electrical Engineering Technology50%33%0% 

*Continuing education indicates students who transfer to a 4-year institution.


 

 AVERAGE TERM GPA
Program2017FAR2018FAR2019FAR2020FAR2021FAR2022FAR2023FAR
Electrical Engineering Technology 2.832.442.362.562.462.782.40
Cybersecurity 2.982.892.572.812.832.742.56
Computer Science2.862.732.702.782.732.662.63
Computer Information Systems2.522.392.842.852.842.542.41


Employer Information by Degree

Computer Information Systems

  • TridentCare
  • Cooper University Health Care
  • Radwell International, Inc.
  • Naval Supply Systems Command Weapon Systems Support

Computer Science

  • Capital Services

Electrical Engineering Technology

  • Lockheed Martin

RCBC Financial Aid Data

At RCBC as a Whole Institution:

  • $20,294,000 in Federal Programs
  • $3,469,212 in State Programs
  • $817,000 in Institutional Programs
  • Average Owed by Students after Financial Aid: $2,385.95

Students in the Computer Science, Computer Information System, and Cybersecurity Students and Electrical Engineering Majors on Average Per Year:

  • Total Loans Borrowed: $48,102.00
  • Total Amount Owed After Loans: $306,067.04
  • Total Pell Awarded: $381,604.64
  • Total CCOG Awarded: $57,204.00
  • Other Aid Awarded: $139, 983.70

Other Scholarships and Grants Available: Academic Excellence Scholarship, Foundation Scholarship, Foundation Scholarship, Military Education Benefits, National Guard Waiver, NJ Best Grant, EOF scholarship, NJ CCOG Grant, NJ CCOG Grant, NJ Stars, NJ TAG Grant, and Other/Outside Scholarship

Tuition Information: https://www.rcbc.edu/tuition
 

 

The RCBC Computer Science Club offers students an opportunity to interact with other students in their area of study. Meetings generally include topical discussions, programming challenges and language tutorial exercises. 


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RCBC Computer Science Advisory Board 

Understanding the need to meet community and industry expectations for our graduates and recognizing the value of diverse perspectives, Rowan College at Burlington County values the role Program Advisory Boards play in the creation and continual improvement of RCBC’s programs and services. Program Advisory Boards include volunteer employer groups, community organizations, professional associations, students and alumni, and educational institutions. These groups work collaboratively with the college to encourage innovative approaches to learning in both traditional and nontraditional settings and to ensure that timely and responsive review and assessment keep RCBC’s programs of study and services relevant and current. These boards are critical in linking the college’s strategic objectives and activities with the interests of external constituents and industry groups.

 

NAMEAFFILIATIONWEBSITE
Arlene MinkiewiczPrice Systemswww.pricesystems.com
Joseph MoutouxLockheed Martinwww.lockheedmartin.com
Thomas PlummerLockheed Martinwww.lockheedmartin.com
Bruce RaphelsonLockheed Martinwww.lockheedmartin.com
Stephanie ParrinoRCBC Alumwww.rcbc.edu

 

 


 

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