Computer Science at Brown University
If you plan to study Computer Science, take a look at what Brown University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Brown University sits in Providence, RI.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 448 computer science degrees were granted at Brown University.
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Studying Online at Brown University
Online coursework is an option at Brown University. Among 11,956 students, 758 (6%) studied exclusively online and 238 (2%) took at least some classes online.
Computer Science Rankings at Brown University
Rankings can help you compare Brown University’s Computer Science program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rhode Island | #1 of 5 |
| Best Value | Rhode Island | #2 of 5 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #4 of 57 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #21 of 637 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #30 of 57 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #498 of 635 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rhode Island | #1 of 5 |
| Best Value | Rhode Island | #2 of 5 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #4 of 57 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #21 of 637 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #30 of 57 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #498 of 635 |
Earnings for Computer Science Graduates from Brown University
Students who complete Brown University’s Computer Science program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $130,101 |
| 2 years | $153,718 |
| 3 years | $184,762 |
| 4 years | $218,525 |
| 5 years | $271,601 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Computer Science graduates from Brown University earn a median of $218,525, compared with $105,517 for all Brown University graduates — about 107% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Computer Science graduates from Brown University is $11,500.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the student demographics for Computer Science graduates at Brown University, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Computer Science graduates at Brown University are 33% women (149) and 67% men (299).
Computer Science Bachelor’s Program at Brown University
Among the 287 bachelor’s computer science graduates at Brown University, 37% were women (106) and 63% were men (181).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Computer Science bachelor’s degree recipients at Brown University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 88 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 28 |
| Black / African American | 17 |
| Asian | 94 |
| Two or More Races | 12 |
| International (Nonresident) | 43 |
| Unknown | 5 |
Minority students account for 53% of Computer Science bachelor’s degree recipients at Brown University, higher than the national average of 47%.*
Computer Science Master’s Program at Brown University
Of the 145 master’s computer science graduates at Brown University, 25% were women (36) and 75% were men (109).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Computer Science master’s degree recipients at Brown University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 27 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 8 |
| Black / African American | 3 |
| Asian | 24 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 80 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 25% of Computer Science master’s degree recipients at Brown University, above the national average of 12%.*
Computer Science Doctoral Program at Brown University
Among the 16 doctoral computer science graduates at Brown University, 44% were women (7) and 56% were men (9).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Computer Science doctoral degree recipients at Brown University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 5 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 7 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 12% of Computer Science doctoral degree recipients at Brown University, below the national average of 13%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Computer Science Concentrations at Brown University
This Computer Science program at Brown University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Computer Science | 448 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Computer Science Graduates
Students who finish Computer Science program at Brown University go on to a range of careers. Here are the top-paying careers for Computer Science graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Computer and Information Systems Managers | $175,079 |
| Computer Occupations, All Other | $159,837 |
| Database Architects | $148,480 |
| Document Management Specialists | $147,490 |
| Business Intelligence Analysts | $143,840 |
| Information Security Engineers | $142,543 |
| Computer Systems Engineers/Architects | $140,795 |
| Web Developers | $125,527 |
| Information Technology Project Managers | $124,655 |
| Blockchain Engineers | $123,667 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
More about our data sources and methodologies.