Sherwood High School
What about college majors in...
- Computer Science
- Computer Software Engineering
- Information Management
- Information Systems
- The Sciences
If you plan to take computer science classes in college, our AP classes prepare you to lead your freshman year programming classes. Enter college ahead of many peers who did not have the opportunity to take computer programming in high school while possibly earning college credit. Click below to read more about the class from the MCPS Course Catalog.
- Computer Programming 2, Advanced Placement Computer Science A/B
- Computer Programming 3, Advanced Placement Computer Science A/B
Find out more about Advanced Placement classes on the MCPS website and on the College Board website. Links open in a new window.
- Course Bulletin: AP Information
- College Board: AP Info
- College Board: AP Computer Science A Course Description and Exam Information
- College Board: AP Computer Science AB Course Description and Exam Information
Computers touch virtually all aspects of life and are being used more widely than ever to solve problems (and sometimes create them at the same time). Most majors have computer programs, special tasks, and special tools that require students to effectively utilize a computer. Taking a programming class in high school prepare you for the challenges ahead by helping you understand why and how computers do what they do.
Computer Science majors often become:
- Computer Programmers
- Database Administrators
- Information Systems Managers
- Information Security Specialists
- Network Administrators
- Application Developers
To get you started thinking about college, here are links to several college Computer Science websites. Check them out and picture yourself as a successful college student in computer science!