Bachelor in Computer Science (Bachelor's)

At Lake Forest College, the tuition fee is 53,300 USD per year.

Students study computer theory, computing problems and solutions, and the design of computer systems and user interfaces. They also learn computational science, computer development, and programming.

This study supports work in computer development and programming. It also applies to many end-use situations that use computing systems and user interfaces.

For international students, tuition is well above the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 59% of applicants.

Lake Forest College offers a small liberal arts setting in Lake Forest, Illinois, at 555 North Sheridan Road. Campus life includes student support and counseling services, science lab facilities, career programming, health and wellness resources, the Mohr Student Center, and opportunities for leadership and personal growth. Students can also take part in study abroad and domestic study-away programs, lectures, public events, and community-focused initiatives.

Academic study supports broad combinations of interests. Students may pursue double majors that connect areas such as music and data science, theater and neuroscience, African American studies and creative writing, or marketing and psychology. The college also provides opportunities in student research, critical thinking, the humanities, economics, business and finance, and other liberal arts fields. Graduate options listed among its programs include a Master of Accounting program and a Master of Arts in Teaching.

Lake Forest College connects its campus to Chicago through internships, trips, lectures, and cultural opportunities. The ACTIVATE: Summer Internship Program places students in downtown Chicago, where they reside in the College’s Chicago residential building, receive career preparation and mentorship, and complete an internship in the city. Career services include resume building, interview preparation, job-search guidance, events, workshops, and networking. The college states that 97 percent of students secure a career or graduate placement within six months of graduation.