Computer Engineering at California State University-Northridge
If you plan to study Computer Engineering, 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, 62 computer engineering degrees were granted at California State University-Northridge.
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Online & Distance Learning at California State University-Northridge
Many students take online classes 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 Engineering Rankings at California State University-Northridge
Use these rankings to compare California State University-Northridge’s Computer Engineering program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | California | #3 of 28 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #3 of 36 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #10 of 229 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #21 of 28 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #26 of 36 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #105 of 230 |
Earnings for Computer Engineering Graduates from California State University-Northridge
Graduates of California State University-Northridge’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 | $64,319 |
| 2 years | $71,015 |
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Computer Engineering graduates from California State University-Northridge comes in at $19,548.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of Computer Engineering graduates at California State University-Northridge, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Computer Engineering graduates at California State University-Northridge are 19% women (12) and 81% men (50).
Computer Engineering Bachelor’s Program at California State University-Northridge
Of the 35 bachelor’s computer engineering graduates at California State University-Northridge, 17% were women (6) and 83% were men (29).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Computer Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at California State University-Northridge.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 11 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 14 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 5 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 57% of Computer Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at California State University-Northridge, higher than the national average of 45%.*
Computer Engineering Master’s Program at California State University-Northridge
Among the 27 master’s computer engineering graduates at California State University-Northridge, 22% were women (6) and 78% were men (21).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Computer Engineering master’s degree recipients at California State University-Northridge.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 5 |
| International (Nonresident) | 15 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 30% of Computer Engineering master’s degree recipients at California State University-Northridge, above 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-Northridge
The Computer Engineering program at California State University-Northridge breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Computer Engineering | 50 |
| Software Engineering | 12 |
Top-Paying Careers for Computer Engineering Graduates
Those who complete Computer Engineering program at California State University-Northridge go on to a range of careers. Here are the highest-paying 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
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