An Associate of Science (AS) degree in computer science shows prospective employers necessary science-based communication and skills for a wide variety of applications. Additionally, this degree is directly transferrable to further study at the bachelor or graduate level. Highline graduates have many options for transferring to a four-year college or university: public and private, in-state and out-of-state. There are many bachelor’s degree programs not only in computer science, but also in Information Technology, Informatics, and Computer Engineering.

The Associate of Science degree is intended to prepare students for transfer in science, mathematics and other pre-professional fields. The degree is recognized by the Intercollege Relations Commission (ICRC). At Highline, the Associate of Science degree is available in the following disciplines: • Biology

• Chemistry • Computer Science • General Engineering • Physics