Computer Science at Duke University
If you are interested in studying Computer Science, you may want to check out the program at Duke University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Duke University sits in Durham, NC.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 484 computer science degrees were granted at Duke University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Duke University
Many students take online classes at Duke University. Of 17,499 students, 1,312 (7%) studied exclusively online and 2,836 (16%) took at least some classes online.
Computer Science Rankings at Duke University
These rankings give you a sense of how Duke University’s Computer Science program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | North Carolina | #1 of 20 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #1 of 111 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #2 of 637 |
| Best Value | North Carolina | #18 of 20 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #105 of 111 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #579 of 635 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | North Carolina | #1 of 20 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #1 of 111 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #2 of 637 |
| Best Value | North Carolina | #18 of 20 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #105 of 111 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #579 of 635 |
Earnings for Computer Science Graduates from Duke University
Graduates of Duke University’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 | $115,135 |
| 2 years | $106,898 |
| 3 years | $134,542 |
| 4 years | $159,845 |
| 5 years | $201,846 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Computer Science graduates from Duke University earn a median of $159,845, compared with $115,482 for all Duke University graduates — about 38% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Computer Science graduates from Duke University comes in at $13,500.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the student demographics for Computer Science graduates at Duke University, by degree type.
Program-wide, Computer Science graduates at Duke University are 34% women (163) and 66% men (321).
Computer Science Bachelor’s Program at Duke University
Of the 421 bachelor’s computer science degrees awarded at Duke University, 34% were women (142) and 66% were men (279).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Computer Science bachelor’s degree recipients at Duke University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 137 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 36 |
| Black / African American | 22 |
| Asian | 142 |
| Two or More Races | 13 |
| International (Nonresident) | 49 |
| Unknown | 22 |
Minority students account for 51% of Computer Science bachelor’s degree recipients at Duke University, above the national average of 47%.*
Computer Science Master’s Program at Duke University
Among the 49 master’s computer science degrees awarded at Duke University, 29% were women (14) and 71% were men (35).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Computer Science master’s degree recipients at Duke University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Asian | 4 |
| International (Nonresident) | 42 |
Minority students account for 10% of Computer Science master’s degree recipients at Duke University, below the national average of 12%.*
Computer Science Doctoral Program at Duke University
Of the 14 doctoral computer science degrees awarded at Duke University, 50% were women (7) and 50% were men (7).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Computer Science doctoral degree recipients at Duke University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 5 |
| International (Nonresident) | 8 |
| Unknown | 1 |
*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 Duke University
This Computer Science program at Duke University breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Computer Science | 484 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Computer Science Graduates
Students who finish Computer Science program at Duke University go on to a range of careers. Below are the best-paid careers for Computer Science majors, 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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