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Computer Science welcomes new students to our hands-on, project-based program!
You’ll start with a shared computing core and math courses, then tackle four major industry or research projects in the upper division—often in teams—with the option of a senior thesis. Follow the four-year plan and apply for upper-division admission to launch your path in tech.
If you are already a student at Minnesota State University Mankato, apply with this form. If you are a transfer student, please apply with this form.
Your application must include:
- Unofficial transcript(s)
- Two essays (300–500 words each):
- Why you want to join this project-based Computer Science program
- How you will contribute to its learning communities
- Sample code (25–100 lines) from an outside project or Algorithms class, with a 100-word description
- One recommendation: either a letter (preferably from a math, science, CS, engineering professor, or industry mentor) sent directly to rushit.dave@mnsu.edu, or the name of a current College of Science, Engineering & Technology faculty member you’ve spoken with about your interest
Want to learn more about the project-based Computer Science program, meet faculty, and gain advice for a successful application?
Attend an informational/advising session (no registration required):
- Monday, October 6th 5:00-6:00 pm in Wissink Hall 288A
- Tuesday, October 7th 5:00-6:00 pm in Wissink Hall 288A
- Monday, October 13th, 5:00-6:00 p.m in Wissink Hall 288A
Applications for the Spring 2026 entry into the Computer Science upper division program are due October 16, 2025.
Applications will be accepted after October 16, 2025, but admission for applicants who apply after that date will be granted only on a space-available basis.
Any questions? Please email: rushit.dave@mnsu.edu
