Department of Computer Science

Honors Program

Students majoring in computer science may complete an undergraduate thesis embodying original research work through the Honors Program. Eligibility in the program is judged by the student's academic performance and the availability of an appropriate supervising faculty member. Approval must be obtained from the department chair and the faculty member who is to serve as the student's advisor. For a student admitted into the Honors Program, the 50:198:493 Senior Design Project requirement is waived; instead, the student must complete a minimum of 3 credits of the two-term sequence, 50:198:495-496 Honors Program in Computer Science. A grade is not given until completion of the 495-496 sequence and department approval of an undergraduate thesis. Students who successfully complete the Honors Program will be given the distinction of graduating with "Honors in Computer Science".