AA/AS in Computer and Information Sciences, General

This associate-level track at Olympic College is built for students who want to begin computer science coursework close to home and then continue elsewhere. It combines the theory and hands-on practice of the discipline with the mathematics background that the major demands. Most students follow the Associate in Arts-Direct Transfer Agreement, while those eyeing computer or electrical engineering may instead pursue the Associate in Science-Track 2. Because each receiving university sets its own prerequisites, and some admit to the major very selectively, students are urged to consult an advisor at the target school before building an education plan. Graduates and transfer students look toward roles such as software engineering, systems analysis and data science. The college's advising team and faculty advisors help map out each student's course sequence.