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General Computer Science Schools in Washington

746 students earned Computer and Information Sciences degrees in Washington in the 2020-2021 year.

In this state, General Computer Science is the 3rd most popular major out of a total 26 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of General Computer Science Majors in Washington

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 496
Master’s Degree 210
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 39
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 39
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 39
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 1
Post-Master’s Certificate 1

Gender Distribution

In Washington, 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 Washington is as follows:

  • Asian: 17.4%
  • Black or African American: 3.1%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 4.8%
  • White: 45.2%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 18.6%
  • Other Races: 10.9%
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Jobs for General Computer Science Grads in Washington

63,780 people in the state and 2,052,290 in the nation are employed in jobs related to computer and information sciences.

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Wages for General Computer Science Jobs in Washington

Computer and Information Sciences grads earn an average of $96,860 in the state and $93,610 nationwide.

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There are 10 colleges in Washington that offer computer and information sciences degrees. Learn about the most popular 10 below:

237 Degrees in Major Awarded
55% Graduation Rate
5,364 Total Students

Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $55,968 a year. This public school has an average net price of $9,469. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 14 to 1.

180 Degrees in Major Awarded
83% Graduation Rate
48,149 Total Students

56% of students get financical aid. This public school has an average net price of $12,017. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $55,968 after earning their degree at this institution.

139 Degrees in Major Awarded
68% Graduation Rate
15,197 Total Students

In their early career, WWU grads earn an average salary of $43,620. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 87% of students receive it. The 1.70% student loan default rate is lower than average.

80 Degrees in Major Awarded
44% Graduation Rate
12,349 Total Students

The average student takes 4.65 years to complete their degree at EWU. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 4.00%. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $12,335.

35 Degrees in Major Awarded
57% Graduation Rate
6,304 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 2.10%. This public school has an average net price of $11,562. In their early career, UW Bothell grads earn an average salary of $55,968.

22 Degrees in Major Awarded
67% Graduation Rate
2,907 Total Students

Graduates earn an average $49,192 after graduation. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 2.70%. The average student takes 4.16 years to complete their degree at PLU.

20 Degrees in Major Awarded
2,052 Total Students

In their early career, CityU grads earn an average salary of $51,381. The average student takes 4.00 years to complete their degree at CityU. The 4.40% student loan default rate is lower than average.

#8

Whitman College

Walla Walla
18 Degrees in Major Awarded
87% Graduation Rate
1,360 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 90% are considered full time. This private institution charges an average net price of $35,894. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 1.40%.

11 Degrees in Major Awarded
59% Graduation Rate
31,159 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.45 years to graduate. This public school has an average net price of $15,300. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 3.30%.

#10

Charter College

Vancouver
4 Degrees in Major Awarded
2,120 Total Students

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 95% of students receive it. This private school has an average net price of $24,629. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 9.10%.

General Computer Science Careers in WA

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

Job Title WA Job Growth WA Median Salary
Computer Workers 53% $87,760
Computer and Information Research Scientists 48% $138,110
Computer and Information Systems Managers 46% $148,060
Computer Systems Analysts 33% $93,850
Database Administrators 32% $109,030
Network and Computer Systems Administrators 28% $89,430
Computer Network Architects 21% $99,410
Computer Science Professors 20% $66,060

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

Major Annual Graduates in WA
Information Technology 770
Informatics 289
Artificial Intelligence 51
Other Computer Sciences 1

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