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General Computer Science Schools in Colorado

In 2020-2021, 927 students earned their Computer and Information Sciences degrees in CO.

A General Computer Science major is the 3rd most popular major in this state.

Education Levels of General Computer Science Majors in Colorado

Computer and Information Sciences majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Award Taking Less 12 Weeks 344
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 344
Award Taking 12 Weeks to 1 Year 344
Bachelor’s Degree 256
Master’s Degree 160
Associate Degree 149
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 8
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 8
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 8
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 6
Post-Master’s Certificate 6
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 4
Award Taking 1 to 2 Years 4

Gender Distribution

In Colorado, a computer and information sciences major is more popular with men than with women.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of computer and information sciences majors in Colorado is as follows:

  • Asian: 6.4%
  • Black or African American: 5.2%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 20.2%
  • White: 49.9%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 9.6%
  • Other Races: 8.7%
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Jobs for General Computer Science Grads in Colorado

In this state, there are 54,120 people employed in jobs related to a computer and information sciences degree, compared to 2,052,290 nationwide.

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Wages for General Computer Science Jobs in Colorado

In this state, computer and information sciences grads earn an average of $96,030. Nationwide, they make an average of $93,610.

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There are 11 colleges in Colorado that offer computer and information sciences degrees. Learn about the most popular 11 below:

188 Degrees in Major Awarded
71% Graduation Rate
32,428 Total Students

This public college charges it's students an average net price of $18,679. 16 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. The student loan default rate of 2.60% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

105 Degrees in Major Awarded
48% Graduation Rate
24,723 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 17 to 1. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 82% of students receive it. 69% of the teachers are full time.

84 Degrees in Major Awarded
68% Graduation Rate
6,310 Total Students

In their early career, Regis U grads earn an average salary of $57,824. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 99% of students receive it. 11 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

68 Degrees in Major Awarded
18,703 Total Students

64% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. The student to faculty ratio is 17 to 1. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $35,365 after earning their degree at this institution.

#5

Colorado Mesa University

Grand Junction
29 Degrees in Major Awarded
39% Graduation Rate
9,110 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.58 years. 96% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. Graduates earn an average $34,519 after graduation.

#6

Pikes Peak Community College

Colorado Springs
21 Degrees in Major Awarded
12,506 Total Students

The 9.20% student loan default rate is lower than average. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $30,932 a year. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 93% are considered full time.

17 Degrees in Major Awarded
5,981 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 8.40%. The student to faculty ratio is 15 to 1. The full-time teacher rate is 100%.

17 Degrees in Major Awarded
5,551 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 100%. In their early career, Pueblo Community College grads earn an average salary of $27,961. Of all the students who attend this school, 83% get financial aid.

11 Degrees in Major Awarded
7,835 Total Students

A typical student attending CCA will pay a net price of $7,509. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $33,964 a year. The student to faculty ratio is 29 to 1.

11 Degrees in Major Awarded
12,001 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 23 to 1. In their early career, Arapahoe Community College grads earn an average salary of $37,760. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 22% are considered full time.

11 Degrees in Major Awarded
48% Graduation Rate
3,203 Total Students

Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $34,914 a year. 94% of students get financical aid. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 18 to 1.

General Computer Science Careers in CO

Some of the careers computer and information sciences majors go into include:

Job Title CO Job Growth CO Median Salary
Computer Systems Analysts 34% $93,600
Computer and Information Systems Managers 30% $153,780
Database Administrators 25% $92,260
Computer and Information Research Scientists 23% $117,330
Computer Science Professors 22% $73,310
Computer Workers 20% $99,840
Network and Computer Systems Administrators 20% $81,230
Computer Network Architects 17% $113,970

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to computer and information sciences.

Major Annual Graduates in CO
Information Technology 1,015
Other Computer Sciences 24
Artificial Intelligence 2

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