General Computer Science at Rice University
If you are interested in studying General Computer Science, take a look at what Rice University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Rice University is in Houston, TX.
During the most recent reporting year, 349 general computer science degrees were granted at Rice University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Rice University
Distance learning is available at Rice University. Among 8,961 students, 541 (6%) studied exclusively online and 291 (3%) took at least some classes online.
General Computer Science Rankings at Rice University
Rankings can help you compare Rice University’s General Computer Science program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #2 of 72 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #2 of 52 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #11 of 513 |
| Best Value | Texas | #25 of 53 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #36 of 73 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #151 of 566 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #2 of 72 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #2 of 52 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #11 of 513 |
| Best Value | Texas | #25 of 53 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #36 of 73 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #151 of 566 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #2 of 72 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #2 of 52 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #11 of 513 |
| Best Value | Texas | #25 of 53 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #36 of 73 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #151 of 566 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of General Computer Science graduates at Rice University, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, General Computer Science graduates at Rice University are 24% women (84) and 76% men (265).
General Computer Science Bachelor’s Program at Rice University
Of the 166 bachelor’s general computer science degrees awarded at Rice University, 27% were women (44) and 73% were men (122).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Computer Science bachelor’s degree recipients at Rice University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 51 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 14 |
| Black / African American | 10 |
| Asian | 59 |
| Two or More Races | 4 |
| International (Nonresident) | 27 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 52% of General Computer Science bachelor’s degree recipients at Rice University, above the national average of 46%.*
General Computer Science Master’s Program at Rice University
Of the 158 master’s general computer science degrees awarded at Rice University, 22% were women (34) and 78% were men (124).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Computer Science master’s degree recipients at Rice University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 12 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 14 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 126 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 12% of General Computer Science master’s degree recipients at Rice University, lower than the national average of 15%.*
General Computer Science Doctoral Program at Rice University
Of the 25 doctoral general computer science graduates at Rice University, 24% were women (6) and 76% were men (19).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Computer Science doctoral degree recipients at Rice University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 18 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Minority students account for 12% of General Computer Science doctoral degree recipients at Rice University, lower than the national average of 13%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
Top-Paying Careers for General Computer Science Graduates
Students who finish General Computer Science program at Rice University go on to a range of careers. Below are the highest-paying careers for General Computer Science majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Computer and Information Systems Managers | $175,079 |
| Computer Occupations, All Other | $159,837 |
| Health Informatics Specialists | $156,714 |
| Database Architects | $148,480 |
| Document Management Specialists | $147,490 |
| Information Security Engineers | $142,543 |
| Computer Systems Engineers/Architects | $140,795 |
| Information Technology Project Managers | $124,655 |
| Blockchain Engineers | $123,667 |
| Digital Forensics Analysts | $119,226 |
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
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