College of Science
Discover unlimited possibilities.
You belong in science
Discover Your Passion Here
Whether you want to study new ways to fight disease, learn cybersecurity or discover green alternatives to petrochemicals, you'll find opportunities to pursue what you love and become by doing.
Biological Science Research
All our programs provide opportunities for you to conduct research. In biology, you can conduct biomedical research, present your findings at symposium, and get the experience you need to prepare for a career in medicine, research or graduate school.
Cybersecurity
Become part of an award-winning team. We'll prepare you for a career in software development, AI, big data, cybersecurity, 3D game development and more.
Sustainable Chemistry
"I never thought I’d be working on a project that could tackle world issues like pollution," senior Jonathan Wagner said about his experience conducting chemistry research.
Cybersecurity
Become part of an award-winning team. We'll prepare you for a career in software development, AI, big data, cybersecurity, 3D game development and more.
Sustainable Chemistry
"I never thought I’d be working on a project that could tackle world issues like pollution," senior Jonathan Wagner said about his experience conducting chemistry research.
Unparalleled Opportunities
Find out how geology student Sunshyne Santos, whose passion is paleontology, found a mentor and gained special access to the La Brea Tar Pits' collections.
Sustainable Chemistry
"I never thought I’d be working on a project that could tackle world issues like pollution," senior Jonathan Wagner said about his experience conducting chemistry research.
Unparalleled Opportunities
Find out how geology student Sunshyne Santos, whose passion is paleontology, found a mentor and gained special access to the La Brea Tar Pits' collections.
Biological Science Research
All our programs provide opportunities for you to conduct research. In biology, you can conduct biomedical research, present your findings at symposium, and get the experience you need to prepare for a career in medicine, research or graduate school.
Unparalleled Opportunities
Find out how geology student Sunshyne Santos, whose passion is paleontology, found a mentor and gained special access to the La Brea Tar Pits' collections.
Biological Science Research
All our programs provide opportunities for you to conduct research. In biology, you can conduct biomedical research, present your findings at symposium, and get the experience you need to prepare for a career in medicine, research or graduate school.
Cybersecurity
Become part of an award-winning team. We'll prepare you for a career in software development, AI, big data, cybersecurity, 3D game development and more.
Rankings
#1
Polytechnic University for Diversity & Economic Mobility
The Wall Street Journal, 2025; CollegeNET, 2024; Diverse: Issues in Higher Education, 2024
#2
Top Public University West
U.S. News & World Report, 2025
#1
Best Bang for the Buck Polytechnic: West
Washington Monthly, 2024
$71,076
Average salary — math and sciences
National Association of Colleges and Employers
100
Peer-reviewed articles published annually; many include student authors
60+
Scholarships awarded annually
Academic Programs
Biology
Gain real-world experience in the lab that prepares you to work as a scientist, ecologist, forensic scientist, botanist, park ranger, physician, teacher and more.
Chemistry
Study general chemistry, biochemistry and receive A.C.S Certification. You’ll gain hands-on experience with professional equipment that will prepare you to become a chemist, lab technician, materials scientist, biochemist, pharmacologist or biotechnologist.
Computer Science
Develop software, work in AI, cybersecurity, big data, game development and more. The skills you'll gain here are in demand and the possibilities are unlimited. The program is fully accredited by ABET.
Geology
You'll learn by doing with professional equipment in the field, gaining valuable experience that will prepare you to work as a geologist, environmental geoscientist, geophysicist, hydrogeologist or exploration geologist.
Kinesiology
Prepare for a career teaching physical education, or choose a general option that has emphases in exercise science, sociocultural or public health.
Mathematics
Study applied mathematics/statistics, or pursue pure math in preparation for a career in secondary teaching.
Physics
Explore everything from classical mechanics to interstellar processes and gain hands-on experience that will prepare you for a career in engineering, data science, physics research or teaching. The American Institute of Physics ranks the department in the top 1% nationally for the number of B.S. degrees awarded.
Degrees
There are master's degree programs in all disciplines except physics.
