by our College Data Analytics TeamHere, you'll find out more about the major, including such details as the number of graduates, what degree levels are offered, ethnicity of students, and more. Also, learn how NC State ranks among other schools offering degrees in computer software.
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NC State was ranked #15 on College Factual's most recent list of the best schools for computer software majors. This puts the bachelor's program at the school solidly in the top 15% of all colleges and universities in the country.
In 2022, 118 students received their master’s degree in computer software from NC State. This makes it the #7 most popular school for computer software master’s degree candidates in the country.
In 2022-2023, the average part-time undergraduate tuition at NC State was $1,225 per credit hour for out-of-state students. The average for in-state students was $272 per credit hour. Information about average full-time undergraduate tuition and fees is shown in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $6,535 | $29,407 |
| Fees | $2,360 | $2,360 |
| Books and Supplies | $869 | $869 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $13,719 | $13,719 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $3,121 | $3,121 |
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NC State does not offer an online option for its computer software bachelor’s degree program at this time. To see if the school offers distance learning options in other areas, visit the NC State Online Learning page.
Computer Software majors graduating with a master's degree from NC State make a median salary of $115,689 a year. This is a better than average outcome since the median salary for all computer software graduates with a master's is $97,389.
During the 2021-2022 academic year, 115 students graduated with a master's degree in computer software from NC State. About 65% were men and 35% were women.
The majority of master's degree recipients in this major at NC State are white. In the most recent graduating class for which data is available, 60% of students fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from North Carolina State University with a master's in computer software.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 16 |
| Black or African American | 3 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 8 |
| White | 69 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 11 |
| Other Races | 8 |
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the computer software majors at North Carolina State University.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Computer Science | 423 |
| Computer Systems Networking | 3 |
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