Computer Science at University of Colorado Boulder
If you plan to study Computer Science, consider the program at University of Colorado Boulder. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Colorado Boulder is in Boulder, CO.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 601 computer science degrees were awarded at University of Colorado Boulder.
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Online Class Availability at University of Colorado Boulder
Distance learning is available at University of Colorado Boulder. Among 38,799 students, 797 (2%) studied exclusively online and 14,197 (37%) took at least some classes online.
Computer Science Rankings at University of Colorado Boulder
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Colorado Boulder’s Computer Science program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Colorado | #1 of 7 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Colorado | #2 of 7 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #4 of 20 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #14 of 20 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #96 of 364 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #204 of 364 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Colorado | #2 of 5 |
| Best Value | Colorado | #2 of 5 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #5 of 14 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #11 of 14 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #95 of 215 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #175 of 215 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Colorado | #2 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Colorado | #3 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #5 of 9 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #7 of 9 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #62 of 97 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #67 of 97 |
Earnings for Computer Science Graduates from University of Colorado Boulder
Those who finish University of Colorado Boulder’s Computer Science program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $77,783 |
| 2 years | $82,041 |
| 3 years | $93,142 |
| 4 years | $109,885 |
| 5 years | $122,685 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, Computer Science graduates from University of Colorado Boulder report median earnings of $109,885, compared with $71,162 for all University of Colorado Boulder graduates — about 54% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Computer Science graduates from University of Colorado Boulder stands at $19,974.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of Computer Science graduates at University of Colorado Boulder, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Computer Science graduates at University of Colorado Boulder are 21% women (129) and 79% men (472).
Computer Science Bachelor’s Program at University of Colorado Boulder
Of the 386 bachelor’s computer science graduates at University of Colorado Boulder, 19% were women (75) and 81% were men (311).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Computer Science bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Colorado Boulder.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 221 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 49 |
| Black / African American | 6 |
| Asian | 60 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 27 |
| International (Nonresident) | 17 |
| Unknown | 5 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 37% of Computer Science bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Colorado Boulder, below the national average of 47%.*
Computer Science Master’s Program at University of Colorado Boulder
Of the 191 master’s computer science graduates at University of Colorado Boulder, 24% were women (46) and 76% were men (145).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Computer Science master’s degree recipients at University of Colorado Boulder.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 36 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
| Asian | 10 |
| Two or More Races | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 137 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 9% of Computer Science master’s degree recipients at University of Colorado Boulder, below the national average of 12%.*
Computer Science Doctoral Program at University of Colorado Boulder
Among the 24 doctoral computer science degrees awarded at University of Colorado Boulder, 33% were women (8) and 67% were men (16).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Computer Science doctoral degree recipients at University of Colorado Boulder.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 6 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 14 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 12% of Computer Science doctoral degree recipients at University of Colorado Boulder, below the national average of 13%.*
*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 University of Colorado Boulder
This Computer Science program at University of Colorado Boulder includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Computer Science | 601 |
Careers Related to Computer Science
Students who finish Computer Science program at University of Colorado Boulder often pursue the following types of careers:
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.