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Computer Science at Washington University in St Louis

We've gathered data and other essential information about the program, such as the ethnicity of students, how many students graduated in recent times, and more. We've also included details on how WUSTL ranks compared to other colleges offering a major in computer science.

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• Available Degrees
• Rankings
• Student Demographics

 

Computer Science Degrees Available at WUSTL

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science
• Master’s Degree in Computer Science
• Doctorate Degree in Computer Science

WUSTL Computer Science Rankings

In College Factual's most recent rankings for the best schools for computer science majors, WUSTL came in at #15. This puts it in the top 5% of the country in this field of study. It is also ranked #1 in Missouri.

Ranking Type	Rank
Best Value Colleges for Computer Science (Income $0-$30k)	10
Best Value Bachelor’s Degree Colleges for Computer Science (Income $0-$30k)	10
Best Value Doctor’s Degree Colleges for Computer Science (Income $0-$30k)	10
Best Value Doctor’s Degree Colleges for Computer Science (Income $48-$75k)	10
Best Value Master’s Degree Colleges for Computer Science (Income $48-$75k)	11
Best Value Master’s Degree Colleges for Computer Science (Income $0-$30k)	11
Best Value Doctor’s Degree Colleges for Computer Science (Income $30-$48k)	11
Best Value Colleges for Computer Science (Income $30-$48k)	12
Best Value Bachelor’s Degree Colleges for Computer Science (Income $30-$48k)	12
Best Value Master’s Degree Colleges for Computer Science (Income $30-$48k)	12
Best Computer Science Bachelor’s Degree Schools	13
Best Computer Science Master’s Degree Schools	13
Best Computer Science Graduate Degree Schools	14
Best Computer Science Doctor’s Degree Schools	14
Best Computer Science Schools	15
Best Value Colleges for Computer Science (Income $48-$75k)	15
Best Value Bachelor’s Degree Colleges for Computer Science (Income $48-$75k)	15
Highest Paid Doctor’s Degree Computer Science Graduates	33
Highest Paid Bachelor’s Degree Computer Science Graduates	36
Best Computer Science Doctor’s Degree Colleges for Veterans	37
Best Computer Science Bachelor’s Degree Colleges for Veterans	40
Best Value Doctor’s Degree Colleges for Computer Science (Income $75-$110k)	42
Best Computer Science Colleges for Veterans	46
Best Computer Science Master’s Degree Colleges for Veterans	52
Best Value Bachelor’s Degree Colleges for Computer Science (Income $75-$110k)	54
Best Computer Science Graduate Degree Colleges for Veterans	54
Best Value Master’s Degree Colleges for Computer Science (Income $75-$110k)	54
Best Value Doctor’s Degree Colleges for Computer Science (With Aid)	57
Highest Paid Computer Science Graduates	67
Best Value Colleges for Computer Science (Income $75-$110k)	72
Highest Paid Master’s Degree Computer Science Graduates	77
Best Value Doctor’s Degree Colleges for Computer Science (Income Over $110k)	77
Best Value Doctor’s Degree Colleges for Computer Science	83
Best Value Master’s Degree Colleges for Computer Science (With Aid)	101
Best Value Bachelor’s Degree Colleges for Computer Science (With Aid)	103
Best Value Colleges for Computer Science (With Aid)	147
Best Value Master’s Degree Colleges for Computer Science (Income Over $110k)	174
Best Value Master’s Degree Colleges for Computer Science	186
Best Value Graduate Degree Colleges for Computer Science	199
Best Value Bachelor’s Degree Colleges for Computer Science (Income Over $110k)	266
Best Value Bachelor’s Degree Colleges for Computer Science	313
Best Value Colleges for Computer Science (Income Over $110k)	315
Best Value Colleges for Computer Science	377

Popularity of Computer Science at WUSTL

During the 2020-2021 academic year, Washington University in St Louis handed out 193 bachelor's degrees in computer science. This is an increase of 7% over the previous year when 180 degrees were handed out.

In 2021, 78 students received their master’s degree in computer science from WUSTL. This makes it the #48 most popular school for computer science master’s degree candidates in the country.

In addition, 9 students received their doctoral degrees in computer science in 2021, making the school the #42 most popular school in the United States for this category of students.

 

WUSTL Computer Science Students

Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the computer science majors at Washington University in St Louis.

WUSTL Computer Science Bachelor’s Program

For the most recent academic year available, 77% of computer science bachelor's degrees went to men and 23% went to women.

The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Washington University in St Louis with a bachelor's in computer science.

Ethnic Background	Number of Students
Asian	45
Black or African American	6
Hispanic or Latino	13
White	67
Non-Resident Aliens	54
Other Races	8

WUSTL Computer Science Master’s Program

During the 2020-2021 academic year, 78 students graduated with a bachelor's degree in computer science from WUSTL. About 79% were men and 21% were women.

The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Washington University in St Louis with a master's in computer science.

Ethnic Background	Number of Students
Asian	3
Black or African American	1
Hispanic or Latino	3
White	18
Non-Resident Aliens	52
Other Races	1

References

• National Center for Education Statistics
• O*NET Online
• Image Credit: By Bachrach44 under License

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