Computer Science

Why choose computer science at North Central College?

You'll work with exciting, cutting-edge technologies and develop software solutions in areas such as networking, databases, mobile devices and Internet applications. You'll also have the chance to test your skills in an annual programming competition, conduct original research, present your findings at a local or national undergraduate research conference and develop valuable connections in this constantly evolving field by potentially interning at a Chicago-area company.

You can also:

Study abroad for periods ranging from one week to a full year in more than 25 countries.
Fund your research interests anywhere in the world by applying for a Richter Independent Study Fellowship grant.
Conduct research during North Central's Summer Undergraduate Research Program and present your findings at the Rall Symposium for Undergraduate Research.

Jonathan Rascher earns Outstanding Majors in Computer Science, Mathematics awards

Jonathan Rascher of Bartlett was recognized with two academic awards during Honors Day May 15 at North Central College.

Grace Muganda earns 2012 Outstanding Major in Biochemistry Award

Grace Muganda of Bolingbrook was awarded the 2012 Outstanding Major in Biochemistry Award during Honors Day May 15 at North Central College.

Heather Carlson ’91 delivers keynote address at Rall Symposium for Undergraduate Research

Heather Carlson '91 delivered the keynote address at North Central College’s 15th annual Rall Symposium for Undergraduate Research.

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Internships

G.I.S. application developer, Vistracks, Lisle, IL
IT security intern, Navistar, Warrenville, IL
Intern, Google, Kirkland, WA
Engineering and software Q&A, Informatica, Warrenville, IL
Co-op intern, Argonne National Laboratory, near Lemont, IL

Careers

Recent graduates in computer science include:

Software engineer specialist, Argonne National Laboratory, near Lemont, IL
Software engineer, SSS Research, Inc., Lisle, IL
Software architect/software development manager, Vistracks, Lisle, IL
Senior product manager, Informatica, Warrenville, IL

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Chris Foes

Computer science major

Chris Foes not only earned his bachelor’s degree in computer science at North Central College—he went on to earn a master’s degree in computer science at North Central as well. The day after presenting the oral defense of his thesis to professors, he boarded a plane for Los Angeles where he landed a job writing software for Opto-Knowledge Systems Inc. (OKSI), a research and development company that specializes in imaging technology. “The great thing about North Central is being able to have a personal relationship with your professors,” Chris says. “They get to know you—your strengths and weaknesses.” A transfer student from Annawan, Ill., Chris ran track at North Central, where he developed strong writing and communications skills. “The professors here emphasize the importance of communication,” he says. “You have to present a lot and be able to communicate your ideas to people. Employers are looking for people who can communicate well.”

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Kitt Vanderwater

Computer science major

Kitt finds that studying computer science at North Central College means you get individualized attention from full-time faculty, small classes and the opportunity to compete at the national level. Her skills and drive earned Kitt a highly coveted, summer-long paid internship at Google in Kirkland, WA. CampusGrotto ranks Google as the No. 1 college internship in the nation thanks to its reputation for spoiling its interns. "I went kayaking, on a boat cruise, spent two days at an all-inclusive spa resort, went to a Mariners baseball game and went out to eat more times than I can count. The best part is that it wasn't just free, I got paid to do all of that.” Interns also have an inside track at starting their careers at the GooglePlex, considering Google only hired 2,200 regular job applicants out of more than a million last year. “At North Central, your opportunities are what you make them,” Kitt says.

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