Computer Science at California State University-Channel Islands
If you are interested in studying Computer Science, consider the program at California State University-Channel Islands. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
California State University-Channel Islands sits in Camarillo, CA.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 63 computer science degrees were awarded at California State University-Channel Islands.
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Online Class Availability at California State University-Channel Islands
Many students take online classes at California State University-Channel Islands. Of 5,592 students, 929 (17%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 3,197 (57%) took at least some classes online.
Computer Science Rankings at California State University-Channel Islands
These rankings give you a sense of how California State University-Channel Islands’s Computer Science program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | California | #60 of 102 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #61 of 103 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #68 of 141 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #87 of 142 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #140 of 635 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #369 of 637 |
Earnings for Computer Science Graduates from California State University-Channel Islands
Those who finish California State University-Channel Islands’s Computer Science program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $65,899 |
| 2 years | $73,635 |
| 3 years | $78,530 |
| 4 years | $100,661 |
| 5 years | $119,989 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Computer Science graduates from California State University-Channel Islands take home a median $100,661, compared with $59,834 for all California State University-Channel Islands graduates — about 68% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Computer Science graduates from California State University-Channel Islands stands at $18,750.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the student demographics for Computer Science graduates at California State University-Channel Islands, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Computer Science graduates at California State University-Channel Islands are 22% women (14) and 78% men (49).
Computer Science Bachelor’s Program at California State University-Channel Islands
Among the 46 bachelor’s computer science degrees awarded at California State University-Channel Islands, 11% were women (5) and 89% were men (41).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Computer Science bachelor’s degree recipients at California State University-Channel Islands.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 21 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 15 |
| Asian | 4 |
| Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 3 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 46% of Computer Science bachelor’s degree recipients at California State University-Channel Islands, below the national average of 47%.*
Computer Science Master’s Program at California State University-Channel Islands
Of the 17 master’s computer science graduates at California State University-Channel Islands, 53% were women (9) and 47% were men (8).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Computer Science master’s degree recipients at California State University-Channel Islands.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 4 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 12 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 6% of Computer Science master’s degree recipients at California State University-Channel Islands, below the national average of 12%.*
*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 California State University-Channel Islands
This Computer Science program at California State University-Channel Islands breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Computer Science | 63 |
Top-Paying Careers for Computer Science Graduates
Graduates of the Computer Science program at California State University-Channel Islands pursue many career paths. Here are the highest-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
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