Computer Programming

Admission Requirements

Offered entirely online, and open to students with a bachelor's degree in any field other than computer science or computer engineering, the Computer Programming Certificate (CPC) is ideal for working professionals. The CPC is specifically designed to help you gain the fundamental computing skills you need to further your current career or prepare for a career change. The CPC is a professional credential that verifies your programming competency and understanding of the theoretical foundations of computer science. The required courses focus on developing Java programming skills that you can use to successfully program in any environment.

CPC Application Information

Certificate Requirements

Completing the CPC requires 22 – 23 hours of coursework in mathematics, programming languages, and other core principles of computer science beyond the calculus requirement (calculus may be worth 3 or 4 credit hours depending on the course taken). The Department of Computer Science coordinates with Registration & Records in issuing certificates.

Program Contact and Advisor

Director of Advising, Department of Computer Science
Dr. Barbara Jasmine Adams
1204 Engineering Building II (EB II)
919.513.7888
[email protected]

Program Coordinators

Certificate Director
Dr. Sarah Heckman
Director of Undergraduate Programs, Department of Computer Science
2297 Engineering Building II (EBII)
919.515.2042
[email protected]

Director of Engineering Online
Dr. Linda Krute
College of Engineering – Dean's Office
919.515.5440
[email protected]

Academic Structure

Term Effective: 1/1979; 8/2011, 1/2019, 7,2021

Plan Code: 14CPCTU, 32CPCTU

CIP Code: 14.0901

Description: Undergraduate Certificate in Computer Programming

Offered: Distance Education format only

Applicants attending school outside the U.S. must submit the following materials to complete their application:

• Official secondary school transcripts and English translations
• Proof of English Proficiency
• Proof of Financial Ability
• Optional SAT or ACT scores

Applicants attending school in the U.S. must submit the following materials to complete their application:

• Official high school transcripts
• Proof of English Proficiency
• Proof of Financial Ability (for F-1 or J-1 students)
• Optional SAT or ACT scores

Choose to apply through one of our two applications – we do not have a preference which application you choose. A non-refundable application fee of $100 is required, and application fee waivers are not accepted.

• Common App
• Coalition on Scoir