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General Computer Science Schools in New Jersey

930 students earned Computer Science degrees in New Jersey in the <nil> year.

In terms of popularity, General Computer Science is the 4th most popular major in the state out of a total 21 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of General Computer Science Majors in New Jersey

Computer Science majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 420
Master’s Degree 367
Associate Degree 93
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 37
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 37
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 37
Post-Master’s Certificate 13
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 13

Gender Distribution

In New Jersey, a computer science major is more popular with men than with women.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of computer science majors in New Jersey is as follows:

  • Asian: 19.4%
  • Black or African American: 4.7%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 7.8%
  • White: 29.5%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 30.3%
  • Other Races: 8.3%
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Jobs for General Computer Science Grads in New Jersey

In this state, there are 105,440 people employed in jobs related to a computer science degree, compared to 2,790,990 nationwide.

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Wages for General Computer Science Jobs in New Jersey

A typical salary for a computer science grad in the state is $105,890, compared to a typical salary of $96,200 nationwide.

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There are 10 colleges in New Jersey that offer computer science degrees. Learn about the most popular 10 below:

384 Degrees in Major Awarded
85% Graduation Rate
8,287 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.49 years to graduate. The student to faculty ratio is 12 to 1. This private school has an average net price of $36,674.

#2

Princeton University

Princeton
202 Degrees in Major Awarded
98% Graduation Rate
8,478 Total Students

66% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. The student to faculty ratio is 5 to 1. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $88,273 after earning their degree at this institution.

40 Degrees in Major Awarded
50% Graduation Rate
7,467 Total Students

Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $44,783 a year. 15 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 2.40%.

#4

Rowan University

Glassboro
37 Degrees in Major Awarded
73% Graduation Rate
19,052 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.36 years to graduate. The student loan default rate of 1.90% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. Graduates earn an average $50,231 after graduation.

35 Degrees in Major Awarded
7,930 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 2.70%. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $12,499. The student to faculty ratio is 20 to 1.

29 Degrees in Major Awarded
77% Graduation Rate
9,352 Total Students

Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $47,708 a year. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 46% are considered full time. This public school has an average net price of $18,724.

26 Degrees in Major Awarded
5,667 Total Students

Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $33,022 a year. The student loan default rate of 3.50% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. 100% of the teachers are full time.

24 Degrees in Major Awarded
6,219 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 16 to 1. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 34% are considered full time. Of all the students who attend this school, 54% get financial aid.

#9

Drew University

Madison
21 Degrees in Major Awarded
69% Graduation Rate
2,244 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 12 to 1. Graduates earn an average $45,335 after graduation. Most students complete their degree in 4.06 years.

#10

Rider University

Lawrenceville
16 Degrees in Major Awarded
67% Graduation Rate
4,204 Total Students

In their early career, Rider grads earn an average salary of $50,668. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $22,316. The student loan default rate is 1.30% which is lower than average.

General Computer Science Careers in NJ

Some of the careers computer science majors go into include:

Job Title NJ Job Growth NJ Median Salary
Software Applications Developers 23% $101,460
Information Security Analysts 21% $118,760
Computer and Information Research Scientists 11% $124,240
Web Developers 9% $78,010
Computer Science Professors 8% $94,150
Computer and Information Systems Managers 8% $161,450
Computer Workers 7% $99,500
Systems Software Developers 6% $121,680
Computer Network Support Specialists 4% $81,150
Computer Programmers -13% $76,320

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