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Jobs you can get with a computer science degree

A computer science degree sets you up for a wide range of high-paying and in-demand jobs.

  • Computer science majors graduate with a highly marketable blend of technical and soft skills. 
  • A computer science degree can lead to lucrative roles including software developer, data scientist and information security analyst.
  • Building real-world projects and staying current with technologies such as artificial intelligence and cybersecurity can make computer science majors stand out to employers.

According to a 2024 National Association of Colleges and Employers report, the mean starting salary for computer science majors from the class of 2023 was $102,033, with more than 60% of college graduates employed full time. The starting salary for this major is almost $40,000 higher than the median starting salary of $63,721 across all college majors.

Below are examples of some of the most in-demand jobs you can land with a computer science degree:

→ AI Developer, Architect or Modeler
→ Software Developer
→ Information Security Analyst
→ Data Scientist
→ Computer and Information Research Scientist

Written by: Kamila Madry, Career Fellow

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