Midwest Liberal Arts College with Strong CS?

Amaryllis11
Tue, 08 Apr 2014 02:42:17 +0000

Hello! I am a future CS major searching for a college. I am looking for a strong CS program at a liberal arts college, preferably in the Midwest. I have many interests beyond computer science, so the opportunity to explore other disciplines while at college would be ideal!

I have a 4.0 weighted GPA (about 4.115 weighted), and scored 33 on the ACT (though I plan to retake it for a higher score). I am in plenty of ec activities, and hold a strong leadership position at my school. I also like to think I’m skilled at writing essays, but I guess we’ll find out. :b

What I am looking for is a small to mid-sized school. I would love to see classes such as artificial intelligence, video game design, or software development. I really enjoy the innovative and creative side of CS, and it would be fantastic if I could find a university that supports that.

Currently, my top choice is Carnegie Mellon, since they have such a focus on combining computer science and creativity. However, due to the distance, selectivity, and lack of merit aid, this isn’t the most realistic option. Do you know of any similar programs (but perhaps not as well-known or rigorous) that may be a bit closer to home and a bit less expensive?

Bonus points if the school has courses in creative writing or has a marching band. ;)

Thank you so much for taking the time to read this! I would really appreciate any suggestions you have. Thank you again!