BS in Informatics
Work at the intersection of people, data, and technologies with a BS in informatics.
This major combines a strong foundation in computing with a concentration in another field. You’ll study the design, application, use, and impact of computational principles and technology.
With a BS in Informatics, you can work as an analyst in a range of industries. Some graduates go on to advanced studies in health informatics, biostatistics, information science, or business intelligence.
Course requirements include:
- Two introductory courses on “big ideas” and mathematical foundations
- Nine core courses within four broad areas:
- Two courses on human factors and societal aspects
- Two courses on statistics and data analysis
- Three courses on problem solving and programming
- Junior year writing and integrative experience (IE) requirements
Featured classes
Data science is the study of how we can transform data into meaningful information. In this course we provide an introduction to the concepts, tools, and techniques to perform data acquisition, exploration, modeling, and visualization.
Throughout the course, we will explore and apply different methods that are appropriate for designing and evaluating an interactive computational technology that closely meets human needs, such as mobile applications, online platforms, and more.
This course will cover the design of personal health and wellness technologies. We will learn various challenges in designing technologies for personal health data collection, such as step count, heart rate, food intake, etc.
In the spotlight
"What I've learned in my informatics classes has applied itself to all my other classes. I can see myself doing my visualizations differently, even in my laboratory classes for my biochemistry degree. I really like the idea of being able to apply computer science to biochemistry."
Benefits list
Choice of Two Concentration Tracks
The informatics major allows you to focus your degree in one of two concentrations: data science or health and life sciences. Each track has four course requirements, including fundamental coursework in data analytics and statistical modeling.
Wide Array of Electives
Choose six courses on a wide variety of subjects, from advanced business analytics to game theory and more. And if it’s not on the list, you can propose your own electives to align with your career goals.
Application information & deadlines
Early Action
Early applications due
Regular Decision
Regular decision applications due
Financial Aid
FAFSA priority deadline