General Computer Science at Stanford University
If you plan to study General Computer Science, you may want to check out the program at Stanford University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Stanford University is in Stanford, CA.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 828 general computer science graduations were recorded at Stanford University.
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Studying Online at Stanford University
Online coursework is an option at Stanford University. Among 18,625 students, 350 (2%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 854 (5%) took at least some classes online.
General Computer Science Rankings at Stanford University
These rankings give you a sense of how Stanford University’s General Computer Science program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #2 of 103 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #2 of 142 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #4 of 637 |
| Best Value | California | #63 of 102 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #76 of 141 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #96 of 635 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #2 of 103 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #2 of 142 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #4 of 637 |
| Best Value | California | #63 of 102 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #76 of 141 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #96 of 635 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #2 of 103 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #2 of 142 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #4 of 637 |
| Best Value | California | #63 of 102 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #76 of 141 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #96 of 635 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of General Computer Science graduates at Stanford University, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, General Computer Science graduates at Stanford University are 33% women (271) and 67% men (557).
General Computer Science Bachelor’s Program at Stanford University
Of the 341 bachelor’s general computer science degrees awarded at Stanford University, 31% were women (106) and 69% were men (235).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Computer Science bachelor’s degree recipients at Stanford University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 57 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 41 |
| Black / African American | 15 |
| Asian | 144 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 3 |
| Two or More Races | 29 |
| International (Nonresident) | 48 |
| Unknown | 4 |
Minority students account for 68% of General Computer Science bachelor’s degree recipients at Stanford University, above the national average of 47%.*
General Computer Science Master’s Program at Stanford University
Of the 434 master’s general computer science graduates at Stanford University, 35% were women (151) and 65% were men (283).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Computer Science master’s degree recipients at Stanford University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 73 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 27 |
| Black / African American | 10 |
| Asian | 180 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 31 |
| International (Nonresident) | 110 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Minority students account for 57% of General Computer Science master’s degree recipients at Stanford University, above the national average of 12%.*
General Computer Science Doctoral Program at Stanford University
Of the 53 doctoral general computer science degrees awarded at Stanford University, 26% were women (14) and 74% were men (39).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Computer Science doctoral degree recipients at Stanford University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 13 |
| Asian | 14 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 24 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 28% of General Computer Science doctoral degree recipients at Stanford University, higher 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
Those who complete General Computer Science program at Stanford University work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks 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 |
| 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.