Computer Science at University of Massachusetts-Lowell
What traits are you looking for in a school for Computer Science, take a look at what University of Massachusetts-Lowell. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Massachusetts-Lowell sits in Lowell, MA.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 323 computer science degrees were granted at University of Massachusetts-Lowell.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Massachusetts-Lowell
Distance learning is available at University of Massachusetts-Lowell. Of 16,598 students, 5,089 (31%) studied exclusively online and 1,937 (12%) took at least some classes online.
Computer Science Rankings at University of Massachusetts-Lowell
Use these rankings to compare University of Massachusetts-Lowell’s Computer Science program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #13 of 32 |
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #14 of 32 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #18 of 57 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #24 of 57 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #136 of 637 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #363 of 635 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #13 of 32 |
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #14 of 32 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #18 of 57 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #24 of 57 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #136 of 637 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #363 of 635 |
Earnings for Computer Science Graduates from University of Massachusetts-Lowell
Those who finish University of Massachusetts-Lowell’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 | $73,995 |
| 2 years | $71,575 |
| 3 years | $92,580 |
| 4 years | $109,547 |
| 5 years | $127,238 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, Computer Science graduates from University of Massachusetts-Lowell earn a median of $109,547, compared with $77,628 for all University of Massachusetts-Lowell graduates — about 41% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Computer Science graduates from University of Massachusetts-Lowell is $27,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the diversity of Computer Science graduates at University of Massachusetts-Lowell, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Computer Science graduates at University of Massachusetts-Lowell are 21% women (68) and 79% men (255).
Computer Science Bachelor’s Program at University of Massachusetts-Lowell
Among the 197 bachelor’s computer science degrees awarded at University of Massachusetts-Lowell, 11% were women (21) and 89% were men (176).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Computer Science bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Massachusetts-Lowell.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 84 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 19 |
| Black / African American | 4 |
| Asian | 62 |
| Two or More Races | 8 |
| International (Nonresident) | 11 |
| Unknown | 9 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 47% of Computer Science bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Massachusetts-Lowell, higher than the national average of 47%.*
Computer Science Master’s Program at University of Massachusetts-Lowell
Of the 119 master’s computer science graduates at University of Massachusetts-Lowell, 38% were women (45) and 62% were men (74).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Computer Science master’s degree recipients at University of Massachusetts-Lowell.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 6 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 9 |
| International (Nonresident) | 99 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Minority students account for 10% of Computer Science master’s degree recipients at University of Massachusetts-Lowell, lower than the national average of 12%.*
Computer Science Doctoral Program at University of Massachusetts-Lowell
Among the 7 doctoral computer science degrees awarded at University of Massachusetts-Lowell, 29% were women (2) and 71% were men (5).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Computer Science doctoral degree recipients at University of Massachusetts-Lowell.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| International (Nonresident) | 7 |
*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 University of Massachusetts-Lowell
This Computer Science program at University of Massachusetts-Lowell includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Computer Science | 323 |
Top-Paying Careers for Computer Science Graduates
Students who finish Computer Science program at University of Massachusetts-Lowell 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
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