Computer Science at Northwestern University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Computer Science, consider the program at Northwestern University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Northwestern University is in Evanston, IL.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 277 computer science degrees were awarded at Northwestern University.
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Online Class Availability at Northwestern University
Many students take online classes at Northwestern University. Of 23,856 students, 781 (3%) studied exclusively online and 1,509 (6%) took at least some classes online.
Computer Science Rankings at Northwestern University
Rankings can help you compare Northwestern University’s Computer Science program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #1 of 77 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #1 of 27 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #10 of 637 |
| Best Value | Illinois | #24 of 27 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #63 of 77 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #504 of 635 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #1 of 77 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #1 of 27 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #10 of 637 |
| Best Value | Illinois | #24 of 27 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #63 of 77 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #504 of 635 |
Earnings for Computer Science Graduates from Northwestern University
Those who finish Northwestern University’s Computer Science program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $93,232 |
| 2 years | $98,403 |
| 3 years | $105,307 |
| 4 years | $130,650 |
| 5 years | $156,137 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Computer Science graduates from Northwestern University report median earnings of $130,650, compared with $111,206 for all Northwestern University graduates — about 17% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Computer Science graduates from Northwestern University stands at $14,600.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for Computer Science graduates at Northwestern University, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Computer Science graduates at Northwestern University are 25% women (68) and 75% men (209).
Computer Science Bachelor’s Program at Northwestern University
Of the 120 bachelor’s computer science graduates at Northwestern University, 23% were women (28) and 77% were men (92).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Computer Science bachelor’s degree recipients at Northwestern University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 34 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 14 |
| Black / African American | 4 |
| Asian | 41 |
| Two or More Races | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 20 |
| Unknown | 4 |
Minority students account for 52% of Computer Science bachelor’s degree recipients at Northwestern University, above the national average of 47%.*
Computer Science Master’s Program at Northwestern University
Among the 139 master’s computer science degrees awarded at Northwestern University, 28% were women (39) and 72% were men (100).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Computer Science master’s degree recipients at Northwestern University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 26 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 32 |
| Two or More Races | 4 |
| International (Nonresident) | 71 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Minority students account for 29% of Computer Science master’s degree recipients at Northwestern University, higher than the national average of 12%.*
Computer Science Doctoral Program at Northwestern University
Of the 18 doctoral computer science graduates at Northwestern University, 6% were women (1) and 94% were men (17).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Computer Science doctoral degree recipients at Northwestern University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 4 |
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 12 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 6% of Computer Science doctoral degree recipients at Northwestern University, below the national average of 13%.*
*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 Northwestern University
This Computer Science program at Northwestern University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Computer Science | 277 |
Top-Paying Careers for Computer Science Graduates
Students who finish Computer Science program at Northwestern University go on to a range of careers. Below 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.
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