The Computer Science program at Stonehill focuses on the understanding and design of computers and computational processes. Emphasis is placed on making processes efficient and endowing them with some form of intelligence.
Stonehill’s rigorous and well-rounded curriculum helps graduates launch careers as software engineers, web developers and systems analysts in numerous fields.
At Stonehill, computer science consists of an array of courses that blend computer theory, software applications and computer architecture. Courses in computer theory provide the foundation for tomorrow's technology.
The software component of the curriculum begins with basic computer programming and progresses to more applied topics such as database management systems, artificial intelligence and machine learning. Architecture courses allow students to understand computer hardware from both the engineer's and the programmer's point of view. This balanced mix of theory and application provides graduates with the requisite background for both entry into the computer profession and further graduate study in computer science.
Courses in computer theory provide the foundation for tomorrow’s technology. Under the rubric of theory, students study topics such as computability, finite state machines and graph theory as well as the design and analysis of algorithms.
The architecture sequence consists of several courses that explore the computer “under the hood.” Architecture courses allow students to understand computer hardware from both the engineer’s and the programmer’s point of view.
The software component of the curriculum begins with elementary (object oriented) computer programming and progresses to more advanced topics such as database management systems, artificial intelligence and operating systems. In the final Capstone course, student teams develop large software systems using the principles of software engineering.
At Stonehill, there is a culture of trust between students and professors. The result is deeper learning both on and off campus and the confidence to push yourself further. Small class sizes and faculty advising ensure each student has the opportunity to discover their purpose.
Organizations involved in assessing U.S. colleges and universities continually cite Stonehill as being among the best in the nation when it comes to value, outcomes and a commitment to making the world a better place. See full list of accolades.
After assessing U.S. colleges and universities based on 17 measures of academic quality and graduate outcomes, U.S. News & World Report ranked Stonehill No. 73 in the Best Value category out of 1,500 colleges, while also moving up to No. 83 among National Liberal Arts Colleges.
Stonehill College has been recognized again this year by The Wall Street Journal for the value it provides students, especially in the areas of career preparation and character development.
Money’s 2024 Best U.S. Colleges research shows Stonehill among top 10% nationwide.
Dual-degree program with Stonehill's sister school, the University of Notre Dame expands students’ perspectives and post-graduate opportunities.
