Computer Engineering at California State University-Fullerton
If you plan to study Computer Engineering, take a look at what California State University-Fullerton. Get started with the following essential facts.
California State University-Fullerton is located in Fullerton, CA.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 142 computer engineering graduations were recorded at California State University-Fullerton.
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Online Class Availability at California State University-Fullerton
Online coursework is an option at California State University-Fullerton. Of 43,662 students, 3,776 (9%) studied exclusively online and 23,263 (53%) took at least some classes online.
Computer Engineering Rankings at California State University-Fullerton
Rankings can help you compare California State University-Fullerton’s Computer Engineering program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | California | #1 of 28 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #1 of 36 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #3 of 229 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #19 of 28 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #24 of 36 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #99 of 230 |
Earnings for Computer Engineering Graduates from California State University-Fullerton
Those who finish California State University-Fullerton’s Computer Engineering program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $81,120 |
| 2 years | $94,408 |
| 3 years | $91,545 |
| 4 years | $110,060 |
| 5 years | $124,485 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Computer Engineering graduates from California State University-Fullerton report median earnings of $110,060, compared with $67,546 for all California State University-Fullerton graduates — about 63% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Computer Engineering graduates from California State University-Fullerton is $18,500.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the composition of Computer Engineering graduates at California State University-Fullerton, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Computer Engineering graduates at California State University-Fullerton are 27% women (38) and 73% men (104).
Computer Engineering Bachelor’s Program at California State University-Fullerton
Of the 44 bachelor’s computer engineering graduates at California State University-Fullerton, 16% were women (7) and 84% were men (37).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Computer Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at California State University-Fullerton.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 10 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 12 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 13 |
| International (Nonresident) | 6 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 61% of Computer Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at California State University-Fullerton, above the national average of 45%.*
Computer Engineering Master’s Program at California State University-Fullerton
Of the 98 master’s computer engineering graduates at California State University-Fullerton, 32% were women (31) and 68% were men (67).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Computer Engineering master’s degree recipients at California State University-Fullerton.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 14 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 10 |
| Black / African American | 4 |
| Asian | 22 |
| Two or More Races | 4 |
| International (Nonresident) | 37 |
| Unknown | 7 |
Minority students account for 41% of Computer Engineering master’s degree recipients at California State University-Fullerton, higher than 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 Engineering Concentrations at California State University-Fullerton
This Computer Engineering program at California State University-Fullerton includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Computer Engineering | 67 |
| Software Engineering | 75 |
Top-Paying Careers for Computer Engineering Graduates
Those who complete Computer Engineering program at California State University-Fullerton go on to a range of careers. Below are the best-paid careers for Computer Engineering graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Database Architects | $148,480 |
| Telecommunications Engineering Specialists | $117,478 |
| Data Warehousing Specialists | $117,424 |
| Architectural and Engineering Managers | $101,277 |
| Biofuels/Biodiesel Technology and Product Development Managers | $89,263 |
| Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers | $80,062 |
| Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary | $79,889 |
| Software Developers | $76,447 |
| Computer Hardware Engineers | $63,909 |
| Computer Network Architects | $63,411 |
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.