Computer Science in Coeur d’Alene
Amanda Ward's Breakthrough Moment
One of the joys of exploration is forging your own path. Amanda Ward ’19 has done just that as a computer scientist and robotics engineer.
The University of Idaho College of Engineering understands computer science education is important for satisfying workforce needs, meeting student demand and growing the economy in northern Idaho. It has been a longtime U of I goal to provide a four-year computer science degree program in Coeur d’Alene.
Computer science students can now take upper-division courses and earn their bachelor’s, master’s and doctorate degrees in Coeur d’Alene. Students wishing to start and finish their degree entirely in the area can take lower-division courses through local community colleges. A full academic plan is available for computer science students interested in beginning at North Idaho College This unique curriculum is designed in collaboration with regional businesses to address industry needs.
Program Contacts
U of I Computer Science faculty and robotics labs are located in the Hedlund building at North Idaho College. If you would like a tour or want to learn more about the undergraduate and graduate options to pursue computer science in Coeur d’Alene, please contact us.
Robert Rinker
University of Idaho College of Engineering, Computer Science
Coeur d’Alene Associate Chair
208-885-7378
rinker@uidaho.edu