General Computer Science at California State University-Northridge
If you plan to study General Computer Science, you may want to check out the program at California State University-Northridge. Get started with the following essential facts.
California State University-Northridge is located in Northridge, CA.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 316 general computer science graduations were recorded at California State University-Northridge.
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Online Class Availability at California State University-Northridge
Distance learning is available at California State University-Northridge. Of 38,313 students, 2,866 (7%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 19,186 (50%) took at least some classes online.
General Computer Science Rankings at California State University-Northridge
Rankings can help you compare California State University-Northridge’s General Computer Science program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #25 of 103 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #32 of 142 |
| Best Value | California | #49 of 102 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #52 of 141 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #60 of 635 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #150 of 637 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #25 of 103 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #32 of 142 |
| Best Value | California | #49 of 102 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #52 of 141 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #60 of 635 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #150 of 637 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the student demographics for General Computer Science graduates at California State University-Northridge, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, General Computer Science graduates at California State University-Northridge are 22% women (70) and 78% men (246).
General Computer Science Bachelor’s Program at California State University-Northridge
Of the 235 bachelor’s general computer science degrees awarded at California State University-Northridge, 14% were women (32) and 86% were men (203).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Computer Science bachelor’s degree recipients at California State University-Northridge.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 76 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 78 |
| Black / African American | 5 |
| Asian | 49 |
| Two or More Races | 4 |
| International (Nonresident) | 13 |
| Unknown | 10 |
Minority students account for 58% of General Computer Science bachelor’s degree recipients at California State University-Northridge, higher than the national average of 47%.*
General Computer Science Master’s Program at California State University-Northridge
Of the 81 master’s general computer science graduates at California State University-Northridge, 47% were women (38) and 53% were men (43).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Computer Science master’s degree recipients at California State University-Northridge.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 8 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 3 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 65 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 9% of General Computer Science master’s degree recipients at California State University-Northridge, below the national average of 12%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
Highest-Paying Careers for General Computer Science Graduates
Those who complete General Computer Science program at California State University-Northridge pursue many career paths. Below are the top-paying careers for General Computer Science graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Computer and Information Systems Managers | $175,079 |
| Computer Occupations, All Other | $159,837 |
| Database Architects | $148,480 |
| Document Management Specialists | $147,490 |
| Business Intelligence Analysts | $143,840 |
| Information Security Engineers | $142,543 |
| Computer Systems Engineers/Architects | $140,795 |
| Web Developers | $125,527 |
| Information Technology Project Managers | $124,655 |
| Blockchain Engineers | $123,667 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
More about our data sources and methodologies.