Computer Science at Wake Forest University
If you are interested in studying Computer Science, you may want to check out the program at Wake Forest University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Wake Forest University is located in Winston-Salem, NC.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 58 computer science degrees were awarded at Wake Forest University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Wake Forest University
Many students take online classes at Wake Forest University. Among 9,322 students, 1,233 (13%) studied exclusively online and 515 (6%) took at least some classes online.
Computer Science Rankings at Wake Forest University
Rankings can help you compare Wake Forest University’s Computer Science program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | North Carolina | #4 of 20 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #7 of 111 |
| Best Value | North Carolina | #17 of 20 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #57 of 637 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #100 of 111 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #531 of 635 |
Earnings for Computer Science Graduates from Wake Forest University
Students who complete Wake Forest University’s Computer Science program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $70,098 |
| 2 years | $71,015 |
| 3 years | $89,902 |
| 4 years | $114,622 |
| 5 years | $140,759 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Computer Science graduates from Wake Forest University report median earnings of $114,622, compared with $85,076 for all Wake Forest University graduates — about 35% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Computer Science graduates from Wake Forest University stands at $20,674.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the diversity of Computer Science graduates at Wake Forest University, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, Computer Science graduates at Wake Forest University are 31% women (18) and 69% men (40).
Computer Science Bachelor’s Program at Wake Forest University
Of the 54 bachelor’s computer science degrees awarded at Wake Forest University, 33% were women (18) and 67% were men (36).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Computer Science bachelor’s degree recipients at Wake Forest University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 34 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 11 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 17% of Computer Science bachelor’s degree recipients at Wake Forest University, lower than the national average of 47%.*
Computer Science Master’s Program at Wake Forest University
Of the 4 master’s computer science graduates at Wake Forest University, 0% were women (0) and 100% were men (4).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Computer Science master’s degree recipients at Wake Forest University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
Minority students account for 25% of Computer Science master’s degree recipients at Wake Forest University, above 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 Wake Forest University
The Computer Science program at Wake Forest University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Computer Science | 58 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Computer Science Graduates
Students who finish Computer Science program at Wake Forest University pursue many career paths. Below are the best-paid careers for Computer Science graduates, 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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