Computer Science at NYC Community Colleges?

I'm a high school junior considering community colleges in New York City for an associate's in computer science. Any suggestions on which schools have solid programs and good transfer pathways? Experiences or advice would be super helpful!

Starting with an associate's degree at a community college is a wise decision that could save you money in the long term. In New York City, there are several community colleges that offer interesting computer science programs.

One of these is Kingsborough Community College. Their Associate in Science (AS) program in Computer Science provides students with the first two years of a Bachelor's degree program in Computer Science. The program emphasizes computer programming and the use of computers for solving problems, as well as mathematics, communication, and general education courses.

Then there’s Borough of Manhattan Community College (BMCC) that offers an Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree in Computer Information Systems (CIS). This allows students to specialize in various areas of study such as programming, cybersecurity, database management, or networking.

Finally, Queensborough Community College offers an Associate in Science (AS) in Computer Science. Many Queensborough graduates continue their Computer Science studies at Queens College after they have completed the AS degree. It's worth mentioning that the AS degree at Queensborough parallels the first two years of study at many colleges and universities, so students are enabled to transfer to a variety of baccalaureate programs.

Ultimately, I think any of these would serve you well. However, when choosing a school and a program, it's important that you also consider factors such as class sizes, extracurricular offerings such as clubs or organizations, internship opportunities, and of course potential transfer pathways. Remember, the goal is to smoothly transition to a 4-year college or university, so look into which institutions these colleges have partnerships with.