UPI Study Colleges University of the People Introduction to Java
University of the People Transfer Credit · Computer Science 210

CS 1102 – Programming 1 at UoPeople.

Earn this University of the People equivalency through UPI Study's Introduction to Java — 3 ACE & NCCRS Approved credits, fully online, self-paced.

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🎓3 College Credits ACE & NCCRS Approved ⏱️Self-paced · 28–30 days avg.
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Introduction to Java — transfers as CS 1102 – Programming 1 at University of the People
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UPI Study × University of the People
You complete at UPI Study
Introduction to Java
Computer Science 210 · 3 ACE & NCCRS Approved credits
Transfers as
University of the People recognizes as
CS 1102 – Programming 1
3 transcript credits · Internal ref: CS 1102
WASC accredited since 2025 · Transcript sent directly to University of the People
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🎓 Credit
3 cr
Transferable to UoPeople
⏱️ Speed
28–30
Days average to complete
Pass rate
97%
Student completion rate
What you'll learn

A full semester of introduction to java, at your own pace.

🎯Learning outcomes
  • Master foundational programming concepts and Java syntax, enabling you to write, test, and debug programs effectively; learn user requirement-gathering techniques and set up a Java coding environment, control structures, and arrays in Java.
  • Gain proficiency in conditional statements, loops, and object-oriented programming principles, fostering modular and reusable code design, algorithm analysis, sorting algorithms, and data structures such as arrays, linked lists, and trees.
  • Apply input/output handling methods, including GUI development, to create user-friendly Java applications; and tackle advanced topics such as exception handling, recursion, and event-driven programming.
📚Major topics covered
Introduction to Computer Programming Built-In Data Types in Java Conditionals and Loops in Java Exploring Arrays in Java Input and Output Handling GUI Development in Java Functions and Modularity Object-Oriented Programming Algorithmic Analysis & Sorting Searching Algorithms Stacks and Queues Linked Lists & Data Structures Tables, Maps, and Graphs Recursion in Java Exception Handling Binary Search Trees Dijkstra's Algorithm
Grading: 25% Attendance · 25% Quizzes · 25% Assignments · 25% Final Exam
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Watch lessons, take quizzes, and pass the proctored final — fully online, on your schedule. Most students finish in 28–30 days.

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UPI Study sends your official transcript directly to University of the People's registrar. UoPeople applies the equivalency: CS 1102 – Programming 1.

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Introduction to Java — two ways to enroll.

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Assessment fees saved at UoPeople
$1,170
Credits transferred
30
Months to complete via UPI
15

UoPeople is tuition-free, but charges a $120 per-course assessment fee for undergraduate courses. Savings = transferred credits × $40 (the per-credit equivalent of UoPeople's $120 assessment fee for a 3-credit course). UoPeople credit awards subject to their evaluation policy.

Frequently asked questions

Everything about Introduction to Java → UoPeople.

📚 About Introduction to Java
What is Introduction to Java?
Introduction to Java is a hands-on college-level programming course. It is Computer Science 210 — worth 3 credit hours, carrying an NCCRS recommendation from NCCRS.
Do I need prior programming experience?
No prior experience is required. The course is designed to take you from fundamentals to practical competency, with structured lessons and exercises that build your skills step by step.
Is this course self-paced?
Yes. The course is fully self-paced with no deadlines or fixed class times. Most students complete it in 28–30 days, but you can move faster or slower depending on your schedule.
How many college credits is this course worth?
This course carries an NCCRS recommendation for 3 semester credit hours. UPI Study courses follow the same evaluation standard used across thousands of colleges and universities.
Are there exams? How is grading done?
Yes — the course includes quizzes, assignments, and a final exam. Your grade is equally weighted: 25% Attendance · 25% Quizzes · 25% Assignments · 25% Final Exam.
How do I check if my university accepts UPI Study credits?
Check our Find My College directory . If your university recognizes NCCRS credit recommendations, UPI Study courses qualify. You can also book a free call with our team.
How does UPI Study compare to a traditional university course?
A traditional university course in this subject typically costs $500–$1,500+ per credit hour and requires fixed schedules, campus attendance, and semester timelines. UPI Study covers the same NCCRS-recommended content at $250 total , with no deadlines and no campus requirement.
Can international students take this course?
Yes. UPI Study courses carry an NCCRS recommendation — recognized by cooperating institutions in the U.S., Canada, the UK, and other countries. Students have submitted credits across 26+ countries.
🎯 About CS 1102 – Programming 1 at UoPeople
Does University of the People accept Introduction to Java as a direct equivalent to their CS 1102 – Programming 1?
Yes. Under the formal Articulation Agreement between UPI Study and University of the People, UPI Study's Introduction to Java is recognized as a direct named equivalent of UoPeople's CS 1102 – Programming 1 — not just elective or GE bucket credit. This is the strongest form of transfer recognition.
Will this transfer with full named-course credit, or just as elective?
Full named-course credit. The MOU specifically lists Introduction to Java as transferring as CS 1102 – Programming 1 — meaning it satisfies that specific course requirement on your UoPeople transcript, not a generic elective slot.
What if I've already taken CS 1102 – Programming 1 at UoPeople or elsewhere?
If you've already received credit for CS 1102 – Programming 1, UoPeople typically applies UPI Study's Introduction to Java as elective credit instead (at the registrar's discretion). Check with your UoPeople advisor before enrolling to confirm placement.
How does this compare to taking CS 1102 – Programming 1 directly at UoPeople?
The credit value is identical: 3 credits toward your UoPeople degree. UPI Study's course is self-paced and online ($89/month or $250 one-time), while UoPeople's subscription is $39/month — but UPI Study lets you finish faster and start without UoPeople enrollment. Many students complete UPI Study courses BEFORE enrolling at UoPeople to reduce overall program time.
Does University of the People ever change which courses they accept as CS 1102 – Programming 1?
Equivalencies are reviewed periodically. The current Articulation Agreement between UPI Study and University of the People explicitly lists Introduction to Java → CS 1102 – Programming 1. We update this page whenever the MOU changes. If you've already completed the course and earned an NCCRS-recommended transcript, your credit recognition is generally honored even if future versions of the MOU change.
🔄 About transferring to UoPeople
How many UPI Study courses can I stack toward my UoPeople degree?
University of the People accepts up to 75% of degree credit requirements as transfer credit — up to 90 credits for the bachelor's degree. 67 UPI Study courses are recognized by UoPeople under the Articulation Agreement, so you can stack a substantial portion of your degree before enrolling at UoPeople.
Do I need to enroll at UoPeople first?
No. You can take UPI Study courses with no UoPeople enrollment, no application, and no admission process. Take the course, earn the credit, then submit your transcript to UoPeople when you're ready.
How does the transcript reach UoPeople?
Once you complete Introduction to Java, UPI Study sends an official transcript in PDF format directly to the email address designated by University of the People. UoPeople's registrar applies the agreed equivalency (CS 1102 – Programming 1) to your transcript. No third-party services are involved.
About this course

Understanding Introduction to Java for your UoPeople credit.

What is Introduction to Java?

Introduction to Java is a first course in computer programming using the Java language. It teaches you how to write simple programs, use variables and data types, make decisions with conditionals, repeat tasks with loops, and organize code into functions and classes. It also introduces basic problem solving, arrays, input and output, and the foundations of object-oriented programming.

How the course teaches you

Introduction to Java is taken as a 3-credit course with attendance, quizzes, assignments, and a final exam each counting 25%. The course builds from basic programming in Java through conditionals, loops, arrays, functions, classes, and introductory object-oriented programming, so the transcript reflects work that can be reviewed for transfer to University of the People. When UoPeople evaluates the transcript, this course is recognized as CS 1102 – Programming 1, a named course equivalency in the catalog.

How it helps beyond the classroom

The skills from Introduction to Java are useful if you want to understand how software is built, write simple programs, and solve problems more systematically. At University of the People, that preparation can support progress in degree paths such as the Associate of Science or Bachelor of Science, where CS 1102 – Programming 1 may fit into the computer science sequence. It can also help if you need a first programming course before moving on to more advanced study at UoPeople.

Skills you walk away with

Write and debug basic Java programsUse built-in data types and variablesApply conditionals and loops to control program flowWork with arrays and simple data structuresOrganize code with functions and modular designBuild basic object-oriented Java classesHandle input/output and simple GUI elements

Taking this course toward UoPeople

After you finish the course, your transcript is sent to University of the People for review. Their team evaluates it and the registrar applies the named equivalency, CS 1102 – Programming 1, when it matches the course content. That matters because a named course equivalency is the strongest form of transfer recognition and can place the credit directly into an UoPeople degree plan. Keep the overall transfer ceiling in mind: UoPeople accepts up to 90 credits, or 75% of a program.

Who this course is for

This course is a good fit for students who want a clear starting point in programming and plan to use University of the People’s named equivalency, CS 1102 – Programming 1, in a degree plan. It is also practical for students who are watching transfer limits, since UoPeople allows up to 90 credits, or 75%, to transfer. It is not the right choice if you already have substantial Java coursework and need a higher-level class instead of an introductory one.

Verified transfer details

What it means to transfer to UoPeople.

University of the People is the world's first non-profit, tuition-free, WASC-accredited online university. Its team evaluates your transcript for you, and you only pay a small per-course assessment fee — no tuition.

What UoPeople offers UPI students
Tuition-free degree programs
Only $17 per course transferred
Free transcript evaluation
WASC-accredited since 2025
The numbers
75%
Max transfer toward an associate or bachelor's
$17
Per-course transfer fee (no tuition)
📋 UoPeople's official transfer page → WASC accredited since 2025

Transfer credits are never guaranteed. Final credit awards are determined solely by the receiving university's registrar.

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Enroll for $250 (or use a UPI Study subscription), finish in 28–30 days, and transfer 3 credits to University of the People.