Computer Science at West Virginia University
If you are interested in studying Computer Science, consider the program at West Virginia University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
West Virginia University is in Morgantown, WV.
During the most recent reporting year, 80 computer science degrees were granted at West Virginia University.
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Online Class Availability at West Virginia University
Online coursework is an option at West Virginia University. Among 23,643 students, 2,958 (13%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 9,975 (42%) took at least some classes online.
Computer Science Rankings at West Virginia University
Rankings can help you compare West Virginia University’s Computer Science program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | West Virginia | #1 of 2 |
| Best Value | West Virginia | #2 of 2 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #33 of 111 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #53 of 111 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #235 of 635 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #336 of 637 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | West Virginia | #1 of 2 |
| Best Value | West Virginia | #2 of 2 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #33 of 111 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #53 of 111 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #235 of 635 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #336 of 637 |
Earnings for Computer Science Graduates from West Virginia University
Graduates of West Virginia 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 | $54,477 |
| 2 years | $66,069 |
| 3 years | $76,022 |
| 4 years | $87,125 |
| 5 years | $95,524 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Computer Science graduates from West Virginia University report median earnings of $87,125, compared with $61,939 for all West Virginia University graduates — about 41% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Computer Science graduates from West Virginia University is $23,026.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of Computer Science graduates at West Virginia University, by degree type.
Program-wide, Computer Science graduates at West Virginia University are 18% women (14) and 82% men (66).
Computer Science Bachelor’s Program at West Virginia University
Among the 70 bachelor’s computer science degrees awarded at West Virginia University, 14% were women (10) and 86% were men (60).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Computer Science bachelor’s degree recipients at West Virginia University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 50 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 6 |
| Two or More Races | 5 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 24% of Computer Science bachelor’s degree recipients at West Virginia University, lower than the national average of 47%.*
Computer Science Master’s Program at West Virginia University
Among the 7 master’s computer science degrees awarded at West Virginia University, 43% were women (3) and 57% were men (4).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Computer Science master’s degree recipients at West Virginia University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 4 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
Computer Science Doctoral Program at West Virginia University
Among the 3 doctoral computer science degrees awarded at West Virginia University, 33% were women (1) and 67% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Computer Science doctoral degree recipients at West Virginia University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 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 West Virginia University
This Computer Science program at West Virginia University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Computer Science | 80 |
Top-Paying Careers for Computer Science Graduates
Graduates of the Computer Science program at West Virginia University go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks 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
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