Dr. Ruth Anderson

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Ruth E. Anderson is a Teaching Professor in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Washington, where she has been instrumental in advancing research and education in computing. Her work emphasizes computer science education, data structures, and programming. She has served as an Associate Program Chair for the SIGCSE Technical Symposium and has been involved in various capacities at the symposium for several years. Ruth has significant contributions to the field of computer science education, emphasizing the importance of integrating real-world data in instructional courses and fostering an inclusive environment for diverse learners. She is well recognized for her publications in computer science education, with notable works on data programming courses and curricular improvements. Ruth's dedication extends to her administrative roles in academic committees, enhancing the academic experience for students and faculty alike.

Research Interests

Courses

CSE 332: Data Structures & Parallelism CSE 391: System Software Tools CSE 160: Data Programming CSE 351: Hardware/Software Interface CSE General TA Training CSE 590E: Computer Science Education Seminar

Requirements for University of Washington

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:105
Overall
Required:105
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university
Application Checklist
  • Online application
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  • English proficiency scores (for international students)
Specialization Notes

Standard Graduate School requirements for University of Washington apply to most departments listed unless specified otherwise by the program.