Computer Software Engineering

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About Computer Software Engineering

Computer Software Engineering programs prepare individuals to apply scientific and mathematical principles to the design, analysis, verification, validation, implementation, and maintenance of computer software systems using a variety of computer languages. Includes instruction in discrete mathematics, probability and statistics, computer science, managerial science, and applications to complex computer systems.

Of the 2,110 Computer Software Engineering degrees granted each year at the Bachelors degree level, men make up 83% percent and women make up 17% percent of the area of study. Did you know that California has more students being awarded a degree in Computer Software Engineering than any other state? In fact, California awarded 341 degrees last year! The average starting salary for an undergraduate degree in Computer Software Engineering is $64,700.

Popularity of Computer Software Engineering Degrees in the U.S.
This heat map represents the states that have the highest percent of Computer Software Engineering degrees compared to all other degrees awarded in that state.
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Careers

The highest paying careers for Computer Software Engineering majors include Architectural and Engineering Managers, Database Architects and Software Developers. But, another thing to think about is how much demand there is for specific careers. Jobs that are in high need that a degree in Computer Software Engineering can prepare you for are Software Developers, Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers and Architectural and Engineering Managers.

Top Paying Careers

These are the highest paying careers for Computer Software Engineering majors.

Most In-Demand Careers

These are the careers in highest demand for Computer Software Engineering majors.

Student Demographics

Total Students
2,110
Female Students
358 (16%)
Male Students
1,752 (83%)
White (1,136, 54%)
Asian (290, 14%)
Hispanic or Latino (270, 13%)
U.S. Nonresident (194, 9%)
Black or African American (82, 4%)
Two or more races (81, 4%)
Race/ethnicity unknown (50, 2%)
American Indian or Alaska Native (5, <1%)
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander (2, <1%)

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