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General Computer Science in North Carolina

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General Computer Science Schools in North Carolina

In <nil>, 2,813 students earned their Computer Science degrees in NC.

In terms of popularity, General Computer Science is the 1st most popular major in the state out of a total 20 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of General Computer Science Majors in North Carolina

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 2,312
Master’s Degree 441
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 54
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 54
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 54
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 6
Post-Master’s Certificate 6

Gender Distribution

In North Carolina, 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 North Carolina is as follows:

  • Asian: 18.0%
  • Black or African American: 8.4%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 5.9%
  • White: 42.7%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 18.1%
  • Other Races: 7.0%
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Jobs for General Computer Science Grads in North Carolina

In this state, there are 76,520 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 North Carolina

In this state, computer science grads earn an average of $94,570. Nationwide, they make an average of $96,200.

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

880 Degrees in Major Awarded
64% Graduation Rate
30,448 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.49 years to graduate. In their early career, UNC Charlotte grads earn an average salary of $44,858. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 76% of students receive it.

520 Degrees in Major Awarded
83% Graduation Rate
36,831 Total Students

Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $54,811 a year. 74% of students get financical aid. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $16,239.

461 Degrees in Major Awarded
91% Graduation Rate
31,641 Total Students

In their early career, UNC Chapel Hill grads earn an average salary of $52,831. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $13,263. The student to faculty ratio is 15 to 1.

#4

Duke University

Durham
404 Degrees in Major Awarded
95% Graduation Rate
17,620 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 61% get financial aid. Most students complete their degree in 4.08 years. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 6 to 1.

95 Degrees in Major Awarded
73% Graduation Rate
20,641 Total Students

In their early career, Appalachian State grads earn an average salary of $41,309. 75% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 77% are considered full time.

86 Degrees in Major Awarded
59% Graduation Rate
19,038 Total Students

Graduates earn an average $38,795 after graduation. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 77% are considered full time. The 2.70% student loan default rate is lower than average.

85 Degrees in Major Awarded
72% Graduation Rate
18,030 Total Students

72% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. 16 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 72% are considered full time.

77 Degrees in Major Awarded
66% Graduation Rate
28,021 Total Students

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 80% of students receive it. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 77% are considered full time. The average student takes 4.44 years to complete their degree at ECU.

68 Degrees in Major Awarded
51% Graduation Rate
13,322 Total Students

19 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 59% are considered full time. The average student takes 4.63 years to complete their degree at NC A&T.

#10

Wake Forest University

Winston-Salem
51 Degrees in Major Awarded
88% Graduation Rate
8,947 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 0.30% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. Graduates earn an average $67,196 after graduation. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 41% of students receive it.

General Computer Science Careers in NC

Some of the careers computer science majors go into include:

Job Title NC Job Growth NC Median Salary
Software Applications Developers 38% $100,560
Information Security Analysts 33% $103,470
Computer and Information Research Scientists 29% $112,800
Web Developers 19% $68,520
Computer and Information Systems Managers 19% $135,740
Systems Software Developers 16% $104,710
Computer Network Support Specialists 13% $60,820
Computer Workers 12% $86,770
Computer Science Professors 7% $64,220
Computer Programmers -2% $91,340

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