Computer Science at California State University-East Bay
If you plan to study Computer Science, consider the program at California State University-East Bay. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
California State University-East Bay sits in Hayward, CA.
During the most recent reporting year, 311 computer science degrees were granted at California State University-East Bay.
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Online & Distance Learning at California State University-East Bay
Many students take online classes at California State University-East Bay. Among 12,326 students, 4,497 (36%) studied exclusively online and 5,436 (44%) took at least some classes online.
Computer Science Rankings at California State University-East Bay
Use these rankings to compare California State University-East Bay’s Computer Science program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | California | #13 of 41 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #21 of 59 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #31 of 41 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #45 of 59 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #102 of 364 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #238 of 364 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | California | #14 of 27 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #20 of 27 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #23 of 38 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #29 of 38 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #99 of 215 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #161 of 215 |
Earnings for Computer Science Graduates from California State University-East Bay
Those who finish California State University-East Bay’s Computer Science program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $59,738 |
| 2 years | $65,387 |
| 3 years | $72,620 |
| 4 years | $94,132 |
| 5 years | $111,870 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, Computer Science graduates from California State University-East Bay earn a median of $94,132, compared with $73,339 for all California State University-East Bay graduates — about 28% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Computer Science graduates from California State University-East Bay stands at $15,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of Computer Science graduates at California State University-East Bay, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Computer Science graduates at California State University-East Bay are 28% women (87) and 72% men (224).
Computer Science Bachelor’s Program at California State University-East Bay
Among the 209 bachelor’s computer science graduates at California State University-East Bay, 20% were women (42) and 80% were men (167).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Computer Science bachelor’s degree recipients at California State University-East Bay.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 36 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 36 |
| Black / African American | 8 |
| Asian | 88 |
| Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander | 3 |
| Two or More Races | 9 |
| International (Nonresident) | 17 |
| Unknown | 12 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 69% of Computer Science bachelor’s degree recipients at California State University-East Bay, higher than the national average of 47%.*
Computer Science Master’s Program at California State University-East Bay
Among the 102 master’s computer science degrees awarded at California State University-East Bay, 44% were women (45) and 56% were men (57).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Computer Science master’s degree recipients at California State University-East Bay.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Asian | 4 |
| International (Nonresident) | 97 |
Minority students account for 5% of Computer Science master’s degree recipients at California State University-East Bay, below 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 California State University-East Bay
The Computer Science program at California State University-East Bay breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Computer Science | 311 |
Careers Related to Computer Science
Graduates of the Computer Science program at California State University-East Bay 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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