Computer Science at California State University-Sacramento
If you are interested in studying Computer Science, take a look at what California State University-Sacramento. Get started with the following essential facts.
California State University-Sacramento is located in Sacramento, CA.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 390 computer science degrees were granted at California State University-Sacramento.
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Online & Distance Learning at California State University-Sacramento
Online coursework is an option at California State University-Sacramento. Of 31,943 students, 2,090 (7%) studied exclusively online and 15,902 (50%) took at least some classes online.
Computer Science Rankings at California State University-Sacramento
Rankings can help you compare California State University-Sacramento’s Computer Science program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #24 of 103 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #28 of 142 |
| Best Value | California | #55 of 102 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #62 of 141 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #112 of 635 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #124 of 637 |
Earnings for Computer Science Graduates from California State University-Sacramento
Graduates of California State University-Sacramento’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 | $62,510 |
| 2 years | $67,240 |
| 3 years | $80,353 |
| 4 years | $90,351 |
| 5 years | $108,027 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Computer Science graduates from California State University-Sacramento report median earnings of $90,351, compared with $64,062 for all California State University-Sacramento graduates — about 41% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Computer Science graduates from California State University-Sacramento comes in at $15,625.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the composition of Computer Science graduates at California State University-Sacramento, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Computer Science graduates at California State University-Sacramento are 15% women (57) and 85% men (333).
Computer Science Bachelor’s Program at California State University-Sacramento
Of the 350 bachelor’s computer science graduates at California State University-Sacramento, 11% were women (40) and 89% were men (310).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Computer Science bachelor’s degree recipients at California State University-Sacramento.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 99 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 54 |
| Black / African American | 5 |
| Asian | 126 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander | 3 |
| Two or More Races | 24 |
| International (Nonresident) | 20 |
| Unknown | 18 |
Minority students account for 61% of Computer Science bachelor’s degree recipients at California State University-Sacramento, higher than the national average of 47%.*
Computer Science Master’s Program at California State University-Sacramento
Of the 37 master’s computer science graduates at California State University-Sacramento, 46% were women (17) and 54% were men (20).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Computer Science master’s degree recipients at California State University-Sacramento.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 4 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Asian | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 29 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 8% of Computer Science master’s degree recipients at California State University-Sacramento, 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-Sacramento
The Computer Science program at California State University-Sacramento offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Computer Science | 390 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Computer Science Graduates
Those who complete Computer Science program at California State University-Sacramento pursue many career paths. 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.