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, average salaries, and more. Also, learn how SIUC ranks among other schools offering degrees in compsci.
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The bachelor's program at SIUC was ranked #242 on College Factual's Best Schools for compsci list. It is also ranked #10 in Illinois.
During the 2021-2022 academic year, Southern Illinois University Carbondale handed out 26 bachelor's degrees in computer science. This is a decrease of 4% over the previous year when 27 degrees were handed out.
In 2022, 18 students received their master’s degree in compsci from SIUC. This makes it the #146 most popular school for compsci master’s degree candidates in the country.
In addition, 4 students received their doctoral degrees in compsci in 2022, making the school the #71 most popular school in the United States for this category of students.
The median salary of compsci students who receive their bachelor's degree at SIUC is $70,053. Unfortunately, this is lower than the national average of $70,400 for all compsci students.
During the 2022-2023 academic year, part-time undergraduate students at SIUC paid an average of $321 per credit hour. No discount was available for in-state students. The average full-time tuition and fees for undergraduates are shown in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $9,638 | $9,638 |
| Fees | $3,606 | $3,606 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,100 | $1,100 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $12,114 | $12,114 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $2,951 | $2,951 |
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Of the 26 students who earned a bachelor's degree in Computer Science from SIUC in 2021-2022, 88% were men and 12% were women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 62% of 2022 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Southern Illinois University Carbondale with a bachelor's in compsci.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 3 |
| Black or African American | 2 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 5 |
| White | 16 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 0 |
Online degrees for the SIUC compsci bachelor’s degree program are not available at this time. To see if the school offers distance learning options in other areas, visit the SIUC Online Learning page.
In the 2021-2022 academic year, 13 students earned a master's degree in compsci from SIUC. About 15% of these graduates were women and the other 85% were men.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Southern Illinois University Carbondale with a master's in compsci.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| White | 1 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 10 |
| Other Races | 0 |
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the compsci majors at Southern Illinois University Carbondale.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Computer Information Systems | 36 |
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