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Computer Science Schools in California

In 2020-2021, 3,418 students earned their CompSci degrees in CA.

In terms of popularity, Computer Science is the 7th most popular major in the state out of a total 270 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Computer Science Majors in California

CompSci majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 3,164
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 253
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 253
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 253
Post-Master’s Certificate 1
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 1

Gender Distribution

In California, a compsci major is more popular with men than with women.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of compsci majors in California is as follows:

  • Asian: 13.5%
  • Black or African American: 0.6%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 2.4%
  • White: 10.3%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 69.2%
  • Other Races: 3.9%
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Jobs for Computer Science Grads in California

There are 460,120 people in the state and 2,790,990 people in the nation working in compsci jobs.

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Wages for Computer Science Jobs in California

In this state, compsci grads earn an average of $110,340. Nationwide, they make an average of $96,200.

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There are 10 colleges in California that offer compsci degrees. Learn about the most popular 10 below:

1,093 Degrees in Major Awarded
92% Graduation Rate
46,287 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 9 to 1. The student loan default rate of 1.30% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. The full-time teacher rate is 62%.

368 Degrees in Major Awarded
94% Graduation Rate
15,953 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 99% are considered full time. Of all the students who attend this school, 70% get financial aid. Most students complete their degree in 4.28 years.

331 Degrees in Major Awarded
86% Graduation Rate
39,576 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.29 years to graduate. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 86% are considered full time. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 19 to 1.

185 Degrees in Major Awarded
83% Graduation Rate
36,303 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.20 years. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 83% are considered full time. The student to faculty ratio is 18 to 1.

162 Degrees in Major Awarded
91% Graduation Rate
44,589 Total Students

In their early career, UCLA grads earn an average salary of $55,427. The student loan default rate is 1.60% which is lower than average. The average student takes 4.15 years to complete their degree at UCLA.

125 Degrees in Major Awarded
75% Graduation Rate
26,434 Total Students

22 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. In their early career, UCR grads earn an average salary of $45,632. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 91% of students receive it.

89 Degrees in Major Awarded
68% Graduation Rate
42,051 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 2.50%. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $45,657 after earning their degree at this institution. The student to faculty ratio is 27 to 1.

86 Degrees in Major Awarded
74% Graduation Rate
36,334 Total Students

This public school has an average net price of $13,845. Most students complete their degree in 4.55 years. The student to faculty ratio is 27 to 1.

84 Degrees in Major Awarded
86% Graduation Rate
39,074 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.30 years. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 85% are considered full time. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $15,768.

83 Degrees in Major Awarded
69% Graduation Rate
40,069 Total Students

24 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. The 2.40% student loan default rate is lower than average. Most students complete their degree in 4.78 years.

Computer Science Careers in CA

Some of the careers compsci majors go into include:

Job Title CA Job Growth CA Median Salary
Software Applications Developers 40% $123,630
Information Security Analysts 28% $109,200
Computer and Information Research Scientists 22% $128,370
Web Developers 21% $78,040
Computer and Information Systems Managers 18% $167,150
Computer Workers 14% $98,010
Systems Software Developers 13% $127,670
Computer Network Support Specialists 12% $71,550
Computer Science Professors 12% $125,900
Computer Programmers -5% $95,370

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to compsci.

Major Annual Graduates in CA
Computer Information Systems 567
Information Technology 547
Information Science 468
Computer Software Applications 431
Data Processing 93
Computer Systems Networking 23
Other Computer Sciences 18

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