General Computer Science at Widener University
If you plan to study General Computer Science, consider the program at Widener University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Widener University is located in Chester, PA.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 12 general computer science degrees were awarded at Widener University.
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Online Class Availability at Widener University
Many students take online classes at Widener University. Of 5,713 students, 1,022 (18%) studied exclusively online and 614 (11%) took at least some classes online.
General Computer Science Rankings at Widener University
Use these rankings to compare Widener University’s General Computer Science program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Pennsylvania | #21 of 32 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Pennsylvania | #29 of 32 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #89 of 111 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #103 of 112 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #565 of 635 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #573 of 637 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the composition of General Computer Science graduates at Widener University, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, General Computer Science graduates at Widener University are 25% women (3) and 75% men (9).
General Computer Science Bachelor’s Program at Widener University
Of the 12 bachelor’s general computer science degrees awarded at Widener University, 25% were women (3) and 75% were men (9).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Computer Science bachelor’s degree recipients at Widener University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 7 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Minority students account for 25% of General Computer Science bachelor’s degree recipients at Widener University, below the national average of 47%.*
*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
Students who finish General Computer Science program at Widener University pursue many career paths. Below are the top-paying 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.