The Bachelor of Science in Computer Science degree program at Embry-Riddle prepares students to emerge with a solid foundation in computer science basics, advanced computer science topics, and software engineering practices. Led by dedicated faculty who bring real-world experience and provide one-on-one interaction with students, the Computer Science program at ERAU is highly regarded. The Bachelor of Science degree can be earned in eight semesters assuming appropriate background and full-time enrollment. Successful completion of a minimum of 120 - 122 credit hours is required, depending on Area of Concentration. The bachelor’s degree in Computer Science at Embry-Riddle allows students to choose either a standard computer science track or select one of four areas of concentration — Cyber Security Engineering, Business Administration, Homeland Security, or Human Factors.

Typically ranked in many top career or opportunity lists, the availability of jobs in Computer Science continues to grow as society’s dependence on computers and computer systems continues to increase. According to the U.S. Department of Labor, positions in Computer Science are expected to grow by 15 percent between 2012 and 2022, characterized as a “faster than average” rate among all professions. The Computer Science degree generalizes to areas outside of aviation more so than many other degrees offered by ERAU. Computer Science students at ERAU benefit from the high-tech atmosphere featuring state-of-the-art computer facilities, team software development and real-time hardware laboratories, and a wide range of cutting-edge tools and resources. Some examples include the Electrical, Computer, Software, and Systems Engineering Capstone Design Labs.