The Economic Score is the combination of debt-to-earnings ratio and earningsplus. We use the economic score to determine a graduate program’s rank. The lower the economic score the better. For an analysis of how we arrive at the economic score, and a description of our data sources, please visit our methodology page.
Median earnings of all students 3 years after graduating.
EarningsPlus compares student earnings after college against a benchmark of all students with the same graduate degree, adjusting for the in-state / out-of-state composition of the student body.
The total debt accrued by the median student at the time of graduation.
The debt-to-earnings ratio is calculated by dividing student debt upon graduation by the annual salary. A debt to earnings ratio of 1 means that annual educational debt is the same as annual earnings.
Best master's in computer science in North Carolina
Computer Science master’s graduates in North Carolina earn a weighted average salary of $91,371 3 years after graduation, placing them in the bottom 50% nationally.
Our computer science graduate rankings cover 3 of the 8 programs available in North Carolina, accounting for 81% of total student graduates. We only include schools with sufficient earnings and/or debt data.
Cost of living is not considered when comparing states.
The Economic Score is the combination of debt-to-earnings ratio and earningsplus. We use the economic score to determine a graduate program’s rank. The lower the economic score the better. For an analysis of how we arrive at the economic score, and a description of our data sources, please visit our methodology page.
Earnings$113,307
Median earnings of all students 3 years after graduating.
Debt to earnings0.3
The debt-to-earnings ratio is calculated by dividing student debt upon graduation by the annual salary. A debt to earnings ratio of 1 means that annual educational debt is the same as annual earnings.
Debt$28,650
The total debt accrued by the median student at the time of graduation.
#2 in North Carolina|#17 in Computer Science nationally
The Economic Score is the combination of debt-to-earnings ratio and earningsplus. We use the economic score to determine a graduate program’s rank. The lower the economic score the better. For an analysis of how we arrive at the economic score, and a description of our data sources, please visit our methodology page.
Earnings$66,624
Median earnings of all students 3 years after graduating.
Debt to earnings0.2
The debt-to-earnings ratio is calculated by dividing student debt upon graduation by the annual salary. A debt to earnings ratio of 1 means that annual educational debt is the same as annual earnings.
Debt$15,734
The total debt accrued by the median student at the time of graduation.
#3 in North Carolina|#20 in Computer Science nationally
The Economic Score is the combination of debt-to-earnings ratio and earningsplus. We use the economic score to determine a graduate program’s rank. The lower the economic score the better. For an analysis of how we arrive at the economic score, and a description of our data sources, please visit our methodology page.
Earnings$89,023
Median earnings of all students 3 years after graduating.
Debt to earnings0.3
The debt-to-earnings ratio is calculated by dividing student debt upon graduation by the annual salary. A debt to earnings ratio of 1 means that annual educational debt is the same as annual earnings.
Debt$27,447
The total debt accrued by the median student at the time of graduation.
How long does it take to pay down debt in computer science in North Carolina?
Years
Under 6 months
The average debt accrued from a master's degree in computer science is covered by average graduate earnings in under 6 months.
How much do graduates with a master's degree in computer science earn in North Carolina?
Salary
$91,371
The median master's degree in computer science graduate earns $91,371 3 years after graduating.
How much does a master's degree in computer science cost in North Carolina?
Net cost
$17,670
The average annual cost of a master's degree in computer science is $17,670. This is the net cost and considers only students that have received Title IV funds.
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