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math & Computer Science Program

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Small Classes

Our 17:1 student-to-faculty ratio ensures you’ll know your professors and peers on a first-name basis and get the personalized attention you need to succeed.

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Learn By Doing

The best way to learn is by doing. Our students graduate with resume-building experience that helps them launch their professional careers after college.

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The Western Math & CS Experience

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Collaborative Space

At the state-of-the-art Lambda Learning Center, students, professors, and tutors can study, collaborate, and explore new ideas in STEM.

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Real-World Projects

Whether it’s sensor testing at Hartman Rocks or collaborating with the Rocky Mountain Biological Laboratory, we ensure your education is relevant and hands-on.

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Get Involved

Western’s small size allows Math & Computer Science students to mix their studies and free time with other areas of interest, such as theatre, art, the outdoors, and more.

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Capstone Experience

Each student tackles a real-world project they’re passionate about, collaborating with a faculty mentor or local professional to research and develop professional work.

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Explore the Outdoors

Math & Computer Science students take advantage of our unbeatable location, often mountain biking, trail running, and skiing before and after classes.

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Work With AI

While AI can generate code, it can’t understand your client’s unique needs, collaborate across a team, or pitch ideas to stakeholders. That’s where our students shine.

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Computer Science

Innovate, code, and solve complex problems to develop cutting-edge technologies and smart solutions.

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Mathematics

Analyze, model, and solve complex problems to uncover patterns and drive meaningful insights.

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See How Our Students Learn By Doing

From coding their own video games to collecting data for public land agencies, our students turn classroom skills into real-world experience.

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March 7, 2025

CS – Real-World Projects

Team up to develop sensor solutions that combine coding, data analysis, and innovative technology — applying your skills to support environmental stewardship.
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Earn a bachelor's and master's degree in just 5 years.

Earn your bachelor’s and master’s in as little as five years. Western’s Accelerated Degree programs let you save time and money while advancing your career faster.

AI Is Changing the Field, Not Replacing It.

At Western, we prepare our students not just to write code, but to think, build, lead, and adapt. Our graduates don’t just compete with AI, they work alongside it.

What We Teach
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Skills AI Can't Replace

Our Math & Computer Science programs emphasize:

  • Critical thinking and problem-solving in messy, real-world situations where answers are rarely clear-cut.
  • Communication and collaboration across diverse teams and with real clients, learning how to listen actively, share ideas effectively, and build consensus.
  • The ability to understand a problem deeply, not just produce an answer.
  • The mindset of an engineer who sees the big picture, connecting technical details to broader goals, ethical considerations, and long-term impacts rather than focusing solely on writing code.
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More Than Just Coding

Our program focuses on a number of opportunities so students can:

  • Learn the latest tools and technologies, including those driven by AI.
  • Take on hands-on, real-world projects that demand creativity and collaboration.
  • Study software entrepreneurship and learn how to build companies from scratch.
  • Partner with local organizations, from public land agencies to Gunnison Valley businesses to Crested Butte Mountain Resort, to develop meaningful, impactful projects.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Beyond Academics

Live in a postcard, learning and growing alongside passionate students. See why life at Western is as inspiring as your education.

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Our Community

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Our Location

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Visit Campus

The best way to understand if Western is the right place for you is by visiting! We offer a variety of visit experiences designed to accommodate wherever you may be in the college decision-making process.

Math & Computer Science Department

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Rady Building 272