Computer Science at University of South Carolina-Columbia
If you plan to study Computer Science, take a look at what University of South Carolina-Columbia. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of South Carolina-Columbia is located in Columbia, SC.
During the most recent reporting year, 21 computer science degrees were awarded at University of South Carolina-Columbia.
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Studying Online at University of South Carolina-Columbia
Distance learning is available at University of South Carolina-Columbia. Among 38,532 students, 3,519 (9%) studied exclusively online and 21,675 (56%) took at least some classes online.
Computer Science Rankings at University of South Carolina-Columbia
Rankings can help you compare University of South Carolina-Columbia’s Computer Science program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | South Carolina | #1 of 8 |
| Best Value | South Carolina | #6 of 8 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #10 of 111 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #78 of 637 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #96 of 111 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #474 of 635 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | South Carolina | #1 of 8 |
| Best Value | South Carolina | #6 of 8 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #10 of 111 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #78 of 637 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #96 of 111 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #474 of 635 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of Computer Science graduates at University of South Carolina-Columbia, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Computer Science graduates at University of South Carolina-Columbia are 48% women (10) and 52% men (11).
Computer Science Master’s Program at University of South Carolina-Columbia
Among the 14 master’s computer science graduates at University of South Carolina-Columbia, 57% were women (8) and 43% were men (6).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Computer Science master’s degree recipients at University of South Carolina-Columbia.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 11 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 7% of Computer Science master’s degree recipients at University of South Carolina-Columbia, below the national average of 12%.*
Computer Science Doctoral Program at University of South Carolina-Columbia
Of the 7 doctoral computer science degrees awarded at University of South Carolina-Columbia, 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 South Carolina-Columbia.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 5 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 14% of Computer Science doctoral degree recipients at University of South Carolina-Columbia, above 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 University of South Carolina-Columbia
The Computer Science program at University of South Carolina-Columbia offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Computer Science | 21 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Computer Science Graduates
Graduates of the Computer Science program at University of South Carolina-Columbia work across a variety of fields. 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.