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BS in Computer Science and Economics

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The BS in Computer Science and Economics combined major (Khoury College and the College of Social Sciences and Humanities) integrates fundamental economics courses with a strong programming foundation. You’ll study the behavior of individuals, industries, and governments while using your computing skills to address complex issues within the field. By considering the technical, economic, social, and ethical issues that arise when working with data, you’ll examine applications of information across society.

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    Oakland

    Tech companies in Oakland benefit from a diverse and creative local ecosystem with easy access to Silicon Valley resources — providing a massive opportunity for CS education and research.

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    Boston

    Located in the heart of Boston, Northeastern’s oldest campus is home to a vibrant community of students, researchers, and faculty working across disciplines to build a better world through CS.

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Shuo Zhang

Shuo Zhang is an assistant professor at Khoury College, jointly appointed with the College of Social Sciences and Humanities. Her research examines how labor economics, platform design, algorithmic fairness, and human behavior influence online job markets.

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The BS in Computer Science and Economics program is an interdisciplinary collaboration with the College of Social Sciences and Humanities.

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In our accelerated master’s programs, you can start earning your master’s degree while you are still pursuing your undergraduate studies.

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