Computer Science at CUNY City College
What traits are you looking for in a school for Computer Science, consider the program at CUNY City College. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
CUNY City College sits in New York, NY.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 89 computer science degrees were granted at CUNY City College.
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Online & Distance Learning at CUNY City College
Many students take online classes at CUNY City College. Of 15,544 students, 1,013 (7%) studied exclusively online and 5,745 (37%) took at least some classes online.
Computer Science Rankings at CUNY City College
Rankings can help you compare CUNY City College’s Computer Science program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #3 of 111 |
| Best Value | New York | #4 of 55 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #6 of 635 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #18 of 56 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #37 of 112 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #175 of 637 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #3 of 111 |
| Best Value | New York | #4 of 55 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #6 of 635 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #18 of 56 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #37 of 112 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #175 of 637 |
Earnings for Computer Science Graduates from CUNY City College
Those who finish CUNY City College’s Computer Science program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $63,822 |
| 2 years | $59,169 |
| 3 years | $72,866 |
| 4 years | $85,603 |
| 5 years | $105,797 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Computer Science graduates from CUNY City College report median earnings of $85,603, compared with $61,249 for all CUNY City College graduates — about 40% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Computer Science graduates from CUNY City College comes in at $8,623.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the student demographics for Computer Science graduates at CUNY City College, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Computer Science graduates at CUNY City College are 21% women (19) and 79% men (70).
Computer Science Bachelor’s Program at CUNY City College
Among the 84 bachelor’s computer science degrees awarded at CUNY City College, 21% were women (18) and 79% were men (66).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Computer Science bachelor’s degree recipients at CUNY City College.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 15 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
| Black / African American | 4 |
| Asian | 48 |
| Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 10 |
Minority students account for 70% of Computer Science bachelor’s degree recipients at CUNY City College, higher than the national average of 47%.*
Computer Science Master’s Program at CUNY City College
Of the 5 master’s computer science graduates at CUNY City College, 20% were women (1) and 80% were men (4).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Computer Science master’s degree recipients at CUNY City College.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
Minority students account for 40% of Computer Science master’s degree recipients at CUNY City College, higher than the national average of 12%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Computer Science Concentrations at CUNY City College
The Computer Science program at CUNY City College offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Computer Science | 89 |
Best-Paid Careers for Computer Science Graduates
Students who finish Computer Science program at CUNY City College work across a variety of fields. Here are the highest-paying careers for 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.