Computer Science at Portland State University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Computer Science, you may want to check out the program at Portland State University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Portland State University is located in Portland, OR.
During the most recent reporting year, 244 computer science degrees were granted at Portland State University.
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Studying Online at Portland State University
Distance learning is available at Portland State University. Among 19,951 students, 3,460 (17%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 7,027 (35%) took at least some classes online.
Computer Science Rankings at Portland State University
These rankings give you a sense of how Portland State University’s Computer Science program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Oregon | #3 of 8 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Oregon | #4 of 8 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #84 of 142 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #92 of 141 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #237 of 635 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #364 of 637 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Oregon | #3 of 8 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Oregon | #4 of 8 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #84 of 142 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #92 of 141 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #237 of 635 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #364 of 637 |
Earnings for Computer Science Graduates from Portland State University
Students who complete Portland State 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 | $97,990 |
| 2 years | $80,186 |
| 3 years | $93,529 |
| 4 years | $109,690 |
| 5 years | $126,086 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years after graduating, Computer Science graduates from Portland State University report median earnings of $109,690, compared with $56,923 for all Portland State University graduates — about 93% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Computer Science graduates from Portland State University stands at $31,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of Computer Science graduates at Portland State University, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Computer Science graduates at Portland State University are 30% women (72) and 70% men (172).
Computer Science Bachelor’s Program at Portland State University
Among the 127 bachelor’s computer science degrees awarded at Portland State University, 16% were women (20) and 84% were men (107).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Computer Science bachelor’s degree recipients at Portland State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 57 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 11 |
| Black / African American | 5 |
| Asian | 32 |
| Two or More Races | 5 |
| International (Nonresident) | 10 |
| Unknown | 7 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 42% of Computer Science bachelor’s degree recipients at Portland State University, lower than the national average of 47%.*
Computer Science Master’s Program at Portland State University
Among the 112 master’s computer science graduates at Portland State University, 45% were women (50) and 55% were men (62).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Computer Science master’s degree recipients at Portland State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 28 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 5 |
| Two or More Races | 5 |
| International (Nonresident) | 71 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 11% of Computer Science master’s degree recipients at Portland State University, lower than the national average of 12%.*
Computer Science Doctoral Program at Portland State University
Of the 5 doctoral computer science graduates at Portland State University, 40% were women (2) and 60% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Computer Science doctoral degree recipients at Portland State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| International (Nonresident) | 4 |
| 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 Portland State University
The Computer Science program at Portland State University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Computer Science | 244 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Computer Science Graduates
Those who complete Computer Science program at Portland State University pursue many career paths. Here 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.