Computer Science at University of Missouri-Kansas City
If you plan to study Computer Science, take a look at what University of Missouri-Kansas City. Get started with the following essential facts.
University of Missouri-Kansas City is in Kansas City, MO.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 651 computer science degrees were awarded at University of Missouri-Kansas City.
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Online Class Availability at University of Missouri-Kansas City
Distance learning is available at University of Missouri-Kansas City. Of 14,732 students, 683 (5%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 2,951 (20%) took at least some classes online.
Computer Science Rankings at University of Missouri-Kansas City
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Missouri-Kansas City’s Computer Science program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Missouri | #4 of 9 |
| Best Value | Missouri | #5 of 9 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #22 of 36 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #25 of 36 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #197 of 364 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #203 of 364 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Missouri | #4 of 7 |
| Best Value | Missouri | #4 of 7 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #12 of 16 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #13 of 16 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #99 of 215 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #139 of 215 |
Earnings for Computer Science Graduates from University of Missouri-Kansas City
Graduates of University of Missouri-Kansas City’s Computer Science program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $63,355 |
| 2 years | $65,871 |
| 3 years | $74,735 |
| 4 years | $81,653 |
| 5 years | $96,673 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, Computer Science graduates from University of Missouri-Kansas City report median earnings of $81,653, compared with $75,586 for all University of Missouri-Kansas City graduates — about 8% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Computer Science graduates from University of Missouri-Kansas City is $26,375.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of Computer Science graduates at University of Missouri-Kansas City, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Computer Science graduates at University of Missouri-Kansas City are 38% women (250) and 62% men (401).
Computer Science Bachelor’s Program at University of Missouri-Kansas City
Of the 97 bachelor’s computer science graduates at University of Missouri-Kansas City, 25% were women (24) and 75% were men (73).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Computer Science bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Missouri-Kansas City.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 34 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 9 |
| Black / African American | 6 |
| Asian | 15 |
| Two or More Races | 6 |
| International (Nonresident) | 24 |
| Unknown | 3 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 37% of Computer Science bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Missouri-Kansas City, lower than the national average of 47%.*
Computer Science Master’s Program at University of Missouri-Kansas City
Among the 554 master’s computer science degrees awarded at University of Missouri-Kansas City, 41% were women (226) and 59% were men (328).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Computer Science master’s degree recipients at University of Missouri-Kansas City.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 10 |
| Asian | 7 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 535 |
Minority students account for 2% of Computer Science master’s degree recipients at University of Missouri-Kansas City, lower 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 University of Missouri-Kansas City
This Computer Science program at University of Missouri-Kansas City includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Computer Science | 651 |
Careers Related to Computer Science
Students who finish Computer Science program at University of Missouri-Kansas City frequently move into the following types of careers:
| Occupation | Median Annual Wage |
|---|---|
| Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary | $35,659 |
| Information Security Engineers | $142,543 |
| Computer Programmers | $109,892 |
| Computer Systems Engineers/Architects | $140,795 |
| Business Intelligence Analysts | $143,840 |
| Information Technology Project Managers | $124,655 |
| Geographic Information Systems Technologists and Technicians | $82,846 |
| Web Developers | $125,527 |
| Blockchain Engineers | $123,667 |
| Information Security Analysts | $111,930 |
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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