General Computer Science at University of Pennsylvania
If you are interested in studying General Computer Science, you may want to check out the program at University of Pennsylvania. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Pennsylvania sits in Philadelphia, PA.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 255 general computer science degrees were granted at University of Pennsylvania.
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Studying Online at University of Pennsylvania
Many students take online classes at University of Pennsylvania. Among 29,109 students, 3,249 (11%) studied exclusively online and 1,003 (3%) took at least some classes online.
General Computer Science Rankings at University of Pennsylvania
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Pennsylvania’s General Computer Science program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Pennsylvania | #1 of 32 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #5 of 112 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #18 of 637 |
| Best Value | Pennsylvania | #19 of 32 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #82 of 111 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #549 of 635 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Pennsylvania | #1 of 32 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #5 of 112 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #18 of 637 |
| Best Value | Pennsylvania | #19 of 32 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #82 of 111 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #549 of 635 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for General Computer Science graduates at University of Pennsylvania, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, General Computer Science graduates at University of Pennsylvania are 40% women (101) and 60% men (154).
General Computer Science Bachelor’s Program at University of Pennsylvania
Of the 95 bachelor’s general computer science graduates at University of Pennsylvania, 40% were women (38) and 60% were men (57).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Computer Science bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Pennsylvania.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 14 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 5 |
| Black / African American | 3 |
| Asian | 46 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 22 |
| Unknown | 4 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 58% of General Computer Science bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Pennsylvania, above the national average of 47%.*
General Computer Science Master’s Program at University of Pennsylvania
Of the 160 master’s general computer science degrees awarded at University of Pennsylvania, 39% were women (63) and 61% were men (97).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Computer Science master’s degree recipients at University of Pennsylvania.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 16 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 23 |
| International (Nonresident) | 117 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 16% of General Computer Science master’s degree recipients at University of Pennsylvania, 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.
Highest-Paying Careers for General Computer Science Graduates
Students who finish General Computer Science program at University of Pennsylvania work across a variety of fields. Below are the best-paid careers for General 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.