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General Computer Science Schools in New Mexico

278 students earned Computer and Information Sciences degrees in New Mexico in the 2020-2021 year.

In terms of popularity, General Computer Science is the 1st most popular major in the state out of a total 8 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of General Computer Science Majors in New Mexico

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Associate Degree 103
Bachelor’s Degree 98
Master’s Degree 53
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 14
Award Taking 12 Weeks to 1 Year 14
Award Taking Less 12 Weeks 14
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 7
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 7
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 7
Award Taking 1 to 2 Years 3
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 3

Gender Distribution

In New Mexico, 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 New Mexico is as follows:

  • Asian: 4.7%
  • Black or African American: 0.7%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 36.0%
  • White: 34.2%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 14.0%
  • Other Races: 10.4%
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Jobs for General Computer Science Grads in New Mexico

In this state, there are 7,670 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 New Mexico

In this state, computer and information sciences grads earn an average of $80,270. Nationwide, they make an average of $93,610.

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There are 12 colleges in New Mexico that offer computer and information sciences degrees. Learn about the most popular 12 below:

89 Degrees in Major Awarded
49% Graduation Rate
22,311 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $32,716 after earning their degree at this institution. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 90% are considered full time. The student to faculty ratio is 19 to 1.

70 Degrees in Major Awarded
21,398 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $28,172 after earning their degree at this institution. The full-time teacher rate is 35%. Of all the students who attend this school, 84% get financial aid.

53 Degrees in Major Awarded
47% Graduation Rate
14,227 Total Students

99% of students get financical aid. In their early career, NMSU Main Campus grads earn an average salary of $28,814. The student to faculty ratio is 16 to 1.

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San Juan College

Farmington
12 Degrees in Major Awarded
5,240 Total Students

Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $5,705. 92% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. The full-time teacher rate is 34%.

10 Degrees in Major Awarded
32% Graduation Rate
5,266 Total Students

This public school has an average net price of $8,961. 97% of students get financical aid. The full-time teacher rate is 73%.

8 Degrees in Major Awarded
3,459 Total Students

30% of the teachers are full time. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 6.90%. 12 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

6 Degrees in Major Awarded
21% Graduation Rate
2,777 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 96% get financial aid. The 8.50% student loan default rate is lower than average. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 96% are considered full time.

3 Degrees in Major Awarded
929 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 8.80%. Of all the students who attend this school, 96% get financial aid. The full-time teacher rate is 26%.

3 Degrees in Major Awarded
720 Total Students

Graduates earn an average $24,227 after graduation. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $3,842. 37% of the teachers are full time.

2 Degrees in Major Awarded
1,406 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 15 to 1. In their early career, New Mexico Junior College grads earn an average salary of $31,006. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 87% of students receive it.

2 Degrees in Major Awarded
2,321 Total Students

This public college charges it's students an average net price of $5,411. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 88% of students receive it. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 17 to 1.

2 Degrees in Major Awarded
1,046 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 8.80%. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $10,375. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $32,716 a year.

General Computer Science Careers in NM

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

Job Title NM Job Growth NM Median Salary
Computer and Information Research Scientists 24% $132,350
Computer Network Architects 13% $110,210
Database Administrators 10% $76,370
Computer and Information Systems Managers 10% $100,930
Computer Systems Analysts 8% $78,980
Computer Science Professors 8% $78,070
Network and Computer Systems Administrators 8% $73,500
Computer Workers 6% $76,890

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

Major Annual Graduates in NM
Information Technology 85

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