Computer Science

At Berea College, the tuition fee is 48,600 USD per year.

This program offers a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science. It is designed to be inclusive, welcoming students with no prior computing experience and those who have taken courses before. The curriculum starts with fundamental programming and data structures and progresses to advanced topics, culminating in a capstone experience. Students gain practical, hands-on experience through various opportunities.

Focus areas include Robotics, Visualization, Makerspace, Networking, Security.

The curriculum begins with programming basics and data structures, leading to advanced computer science topics and a capstone experience. It is designed to be flexible for students with varying levels of prior computing knowledge.

Graduates find work or continue their education in a variety of fields, often directly after gaining experience through the labor program and networking opportunities.

For international students, tuition is well above the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 33% of applicants.

Berea College, founded in 1855 in Berea, Kentucky, is a private liberal arts work college with a distinguished history of access and inclusion. Known as the first coeducational and racially integrated college in the Southern United States, Berea enrolls roughly 1,652 students and emphasizes close faculty mentorship, small classes, and deep connections to regional culture. The campus experience blends rigorous academics with community engagement and a strong commitment to experiential learning.

Academically, Berea offers about 25 undergraduate programs supported by faculty active in teaching, research, and public scholarship. The college is nationally recognized for its service-learning model and its collections documenting Southern Appalachian history and music. Every student receives a Tuition Promise Scholarship so tuition is covered, and the federally recognized work college model hires students on campus, enabling many graduates to leave with little or no student debt while gaining valuable professional skills.

For international students seeking an affordable, values-driven liberal arts education, Berea provides personalized support, opportunities for internships and study abroad, and a collaborative community focused on social responsibility. Admissions prioritize academic promise and a willingness to contribute to campus life through work and service. Berea is a strong fit for students who want rigorous classroom learning combined with hands-on experience and a mission-oriented environment that supports career readiness and civic engagement.