Major Planning Worksheet

Computer Science & Software Engineering
Major Planning Worksheet

The Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and Software Engineering (CSSE) focuses on computer programming and human-centered software development processes. Students gain essential knowledge in object-oriented programming, data structures, analysis of algorithms, software engineering, management principles, hardware architecture, and operating systems.

UNIVERSITY MINIMUM ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS

Transfer applicants must meet the following minimum requirements to be considered for admissions:

Minimum cumulative transfer GPA of 2.0.
Supporting documents (transcripts, test scores, personal statement, etc. – varies by major program).
Completion of CADR or core subject requirements if applicant has fewer than 40 transferrable credits (see below) at the time of application.
Proof of English language proficiency (if required).

MAJOR ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

This is a capacity-constrained major, meaning that students who meet the general admission requirements and minimum GPA in each prerequisite course are eligible for review; however, admission is limited by the number of seats available in the program and is not guaranteed.

Applicants to CSSE must complete the following prerequisites:

**This does not guarantee the course will transfer to your UW record as listed, this is purely to indicate what courses would be reviewed for determining admissions status

Prerequisites	Met by UW Seattle Course	Met by UW Bothell Course	Common Course Numbers - WA CC
English Composition	Engl 111/121/131	BWRIT 134 *AP Language/Literature exam not accepted	ENGL& 101
Advanced Composition	Engl 141 or Engr 231	BWRIT 135 *AP Language/Literature exam not accepted	ENGL& 102
Calculus I	Math 124	STMATH 124 AP Calculus score of 3, 4, or 5 accepted	MATH& 151
Calculus II	Math 125	STMATH 125 *AP Calculus BC score of 4 or 5 accepted	MATH& 152
Programming I	CSE 122	CSS 142	CS& 131 or CS& 141
Programming II	CSE 123	CSS 143	Varies

COURSE EVALUATIONS

To determine if your coursework is equivalent to the prerequisites listed above, we encourage you to submit this form with your unofficial college transcripts and our transfer admissions counselor assigned to this major will follow up with you. You can also reference the UW Equivalency Guide which lists course equivalencies for Washington State Community & Technical Colleges, but if you have issues understanding it, please either submit this form or connect with your transfer admissions counselor.

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

Minimum 2.00 GPA in each prerequisite course
All prerequisites completed by the end of Spring quarter

Please note: Minimum grades in prerequisite courses do not guarantee admission. Refer below to competitive applicant criteria.

COMPETITIVE APPLICANTS

Applicants who are generally competitive to CSSE will have the following:

Prerequisite GPA of 3.50
Cumulative college GPA of 3.50
A well-written personal statement
A positive grade trend with few to no repeats

POST-BACC/GRADUATE APPLICANTS

Since the program prioritizes applicants without Bachelor's degrees, it is rare for students already holding a completed Bachelor's degree to be admitted to the program. We recommend that students interested in a Computer Science degree at UW Bothell who already hold a Bachelor's degree explore our Graduate Certificate in Software Design and Development.

APPLICATION DEADLINES

uwb.edu/admissions/apply/application-dates-deadlines

UW Bothell Application Portal

Major Planning Worksheet - CSSE