How much knowledge of programming do I need to study Computer Science in college?

<p>I'm interested in Computer Science, but I don't have a large amount of programming experience.</p>

<p>Anyone care to share thoughts?</p>

<p>If you feel the need to pre-study CS before taking introductory CS courses in college, try reading this book and doing the examples and exercises on your computer:
[Welcome</a> to the SICP Web Site](<a href=“http://mitpress.mit.edu/sicp/]Welcome”>http://mitpress.mit.edu/sicp/)</p>