Computer Science at California State University-Northridge
If you are interested in studying Computer Science, take a look at what California State University-Northridge. Get started with the following essential facts.
California State University-Northridge is located in Northridge, CA.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 316 computer science degrees were granted at California State University-Northridge.
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Studying Online at California State University-Northridge
Online coursework is an option at California State University-Northridge. Among 38,313 students, 2,866 (7%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 19,186 (50%) took at least some classes online.
Computer Science Rankings at California State University-Northridge
Use these rankings to compare California State University-Northridge’s Computer Science program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #25 of 103 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #32 of 142 |
| Best Value | California | #49 of 102 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #52 of 141 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #60 of 635 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #150 of 637 |
Earnings for Computer Science Graduates from California State University-Northridge
Those who finish California State University-Northridge’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 | $64,782 |
| 2 years | $71,231 |
| 3 years | $84,221 |
| 4 years | $107,813 |
| 5 years | $113,922 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years after graduating, Computer Science graduates from California State University-Northridge earn a median of $107,813, compared with $62,574 for all California State University-Northridge graduates — about 72% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Computer Science graduates from California State University-Northridge stands at $18,483.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for Computer Science graduates at California State University-Northridge, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, Computer Science graduates at California State University-Northridge are 22% women (70) and 78% men (246).
Computer Science Bachelor’s Program at California State University-Northridge
Among the 235 bachelor’s computer science graduates at California State University-Northridge, 14% were women (32) and 86% were men (203).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Computer Science bachelor’s degree recipients at California State University-Northridge.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 76 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 78 |
| Black / African American | 5 |
| Asian | 49 |
| Two or More Races | 4 |
| International (Nonresident) | 13 |
| Unknown | 10 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 58% of Computer Science bachelor’s degree recipients at California State University-Northridge, higher than the national average of 47%.*
Computer Science Master’s Program at California State University-Northridge
Of the 81 master’s computer science graduates at California State University-Northridge, 47% were women (38) and 53% were men (43).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Computer Science master’s degree recipients at California State University-Northridge.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 8 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 3 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 65 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 9% of Computer Science master’s degree recipients at California State University-Northridge, lower 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 Science Concentrations at California State University-Northridge
This Computer Science program at California State University-Northridge offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Computer Science | 316 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Computer Science Graduates
Graduates of the Computer Science program at California State University-Northridge work across a variety of fields. Below are the best-paid 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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