Best schools for Computer Science in Califonia?

Gumbymom
Thu, 24 Sep 2020 20:55:22 +0000

@LevyOcampo: Cal poly SLO’s CS major acceptance rate hovers around 5-6% so very competitive.

Sure a degree from UCB or Stanford could open more doors at the beginning but after a couple of years, job experience will override where you did your Undergrad.

I can give you 2 data points: younger son attended SDSU. Able to secure 2 internships in Cybersecurity prior to graduation. Currently working at his dream job after only 2 years and making very good money.

Older son’s roommate attended UC Davis and was hired by Amazon directly out of college. Took a CS class on a whim while studying sociology as a Junior undergrad. Ended up staying an extra year due to late change of major.

CS is probably the most competitive major at the majority of colleges in California so if you post your interests and stats, CC posters can offer suggestions.