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If you are interested in studying General Computer Science, take a look at what Western Carolina University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.

Western Carolina University sits in Cullowhee, NC.

In the most recent year for which we have data, 79,857 general computer science graduations were recorded at Western Carolina University — 52,226 undergraduate and 27,631 graduate.

Degrees Available

The General Computer Science major is available in these degree paths:

  • Basic Certificate — 391 awarded
  • Bachelor’s Degree — 46,155 awarded
  • Associate Degree — 5,649 awarded
  • Undergraduate Certificate — 31 awarded
  • Professional Degree — 41 awarded
  • Doctor’s Degree — 1,628 awarded
  • Professional Certificate — 51 awarded
  • Master’s Degree — 25,590 awarded
  • Graduate Certificate — 321 awarded

Student Demographics & Diversity

The following sections describe the diversity of General Computer Science graduates at Western Carolina University, broken down by program level.

Undergraduate

Of the 52,226 undergraduate graduates in this program, 22% were women (11,268) and 78% were men (40,958).

Race / Ethnicity Number of Graduates
White 19,893
Hispanic / Latino 6,851
Black / African American 2,971
Asian 12,796
American Indian / Alaska Native 95
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander 77
Two or More Races 2,293
International (Nonresident) 5,259
Unknown 1,991

Graduate

Of the 27,631 graduate graduates in this program, 30% were women (8,322) and 70% were men (19,309).

Race / Ethnicity Number of Graduates
White 2,665
Hispanic / Latino 495
Black / African American 331
Asian 2,371
American Indian / Alaska Native 12
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander 3
Two or More Races 274
International (Nonresident) 20,786
Unknown 694

Students who finish General Computer Science program at Western Carolina University commonly work in the following types of careers:

Occupation SOC Code Median Annual Wage
Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary 25-1021 $35,659
Computer and Information Systems Managers 11-3021 $175,079

Top Skills for General Computer Science Careers

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’ O*NET database, these skills carry the most weight in careers related to General Computer Science:

  • Reading Comprehension
  • Critical Thinking
  • Active Listening
  • Speaking
  • Complex Problem Solving
  • Writing
  • Judgment and Decision Making
  • Active Learning

References

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