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Computer Science

Bachelor of Science
As a computer science major at MNU, you’ll study analytic problem solving using computers as a tool, writing algorithms to program them.

Fast Facts

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126 credit hours
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We Prepare You

We know that the job market demands specialized skills. We offer three professional tracks which will give you more detailed experiences in the subfield of your choosing. These tracks include:

  • Software Development
  • Scientific Computing
  • Big Data/Data Science

Computer Science majors will be provided a new iPad to increase their learning experience.

Program Overview

It’s not uncommon for professors to spend significant one-on-one time with you outside the classroom—ensuring that you master the material. This supportive and collaborative environment gives you the ability to excel. Even better? Our computer science program is designed with a flexible and strategic format which will appeal to students who are pursuing particular career paths.

Diverse Opportunities

With our location in the Silicon Prairie, and our Alumni connections to local companies like DST, Cerner, Farmer’s Insurance and Garmin, you’ll be strategically situated for valuable internship and job opportunities.

Computer science also has strong connections to other disciplines including business students, nursing students, or other students wanting to leverage the power of computational programming within their major while at MNU.

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Cost & Value

A degree from MNU is a competitively priced, affordable option designed for students with a busy schedule. We’re here to help you find the best options to assist you as you work toward earning your degree.

Credit Hours:

General Education: 42-50

Computer Science: 59

Electives: 25-31

126 total

Financial Aid Available

The Federal Direct Student Loan Program is an additional payment option. MNU School Code: 007032. Information and applications may be obtained from the Student Financial Aid Services Office at 913.971.3298 or finaid@mnu.edu.

Pioneer Pledge

Concern about paying back student loans is common. That’s why we provide the Pioneer Pledge, our loan repayment assistance program. If your income is modest after graduation, Pioneer Pledge assists with your educational loan repayments. Learn more on our financial aid pages.

MNU Scholarships

Your education is one of the most important investments you will ever make. At MNU nearly 100% of new students qualify for financial assistance that greatly reduces the actual cost of an MNU education.

Payment Options

Your degree is an investment in your future. We have a variety of different payment options available, so you can choose the option or combination of options, that best fits your situation. The total cost will be calculated based on your program and can be divided into multiple payments.

Application Process

Fall 2025 Start

Now accepting applications from seniors in high school or college transfers who are interested in starting at MNU in Fall of 2025.

Fall 2026 Start

Now accepting early action application from juniors in high school! Applicants with a cumulative high school GPA of 3.75 (weighted or unweighted) will be considered for provisional admission with priority consideration for our honors program and performing arts scholarships.

*Some exceptions made on case by case basis

Accreditation
The University is authorized to offer associate’s degrees in all fields, bachelor’s degrees in all fields, and master’s degrees in the fields of Administration/Leadership, Business, Counseling, Education and Nursing. The University accreditation is through the Higher Learning Commission.
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