Computer Science at Louisiana Tech University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Computer Science, consider the program at Louisiana Tech University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Louisiana Tech University sits in Ruston, LA.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 92 computer science graduations were recorded at Louisiana Tech University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Louisiana Tech University
Many students take online classes at Louisiana Tech University. Among 11,873 students, 384 (3%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 2,259 (19%) took at least some classes online.
Computer Science Rankings at Louisiana Tech University
Use these rankings to compare Louisiana Tech University’s Computer Science program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Louisiana | #1 of 11 |
| Best Value | Louisiana | #7 of 11 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #21 of 111 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #33 of 111 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #188 of 635 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #222 of 637 |
Earnings for Computer Science Graduates from Louisiana Tech University
Graduates of Louisiana Tech 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 | $63,478 |
| 2 years | $53,810 |
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Computer Science graduates from Louisiana Tech University stands at $22,875.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of Computer Science graduates at Louisiana Tech University, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Computer Science graduates at Louisiana Tech University are 18% women (17) and 82% men (75).
Computer Science Bachelor’s Program at Louisiana Tech University
Among the 68 bachelor’s computer science graduates at Louisiana Tech University, 12% were women (8) and 88% were men (60).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Computer Science bachelor’s degree recipients at Louisiana Tech University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 47 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 6 |
| Black / African American | 5 |
| Two or More Races | 4 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
| Unknown | 4 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 22% of Computer Science bachelor’s degree recipients at Louisiana Tech University, below the national average of 47%.*
Computer Science Master’s Program at Louisiana Tech University
Of the 24 master’s computer science graduates at Louisiana Tech University, 38% were women (9) and 62% were men (15).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Computer Science master’s degree recipients at Louisiana Tech University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 5 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 12 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 62% of Computer Science master’s degree recipients at Louisiana Tech University, 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 Science Concentrations at Louisiana Tech University
This Computer Science program at Louisiana Tech University breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Computer Science | 92 |
Best-Paid Careers for Computer Science Graduates
Graduates of the Computer Science program at Louisiana Tech University work across a variety of fields. Here are the top-paying 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.