The Computational Science major builds core foundations in this discipline and prepares students with practical, career-relevant skills. Use RoEDU™ to find programs that match your goals.
Within Computers, students often explore key subfields and specializations that provide targeted expertise.
Graduates translate classroom knowledge into real-world impact across sectors through hands-on projects and internships.
As part of Computers, this major connects to diverse, high-demand fields and interdisciplinary pathways.
Typical starting pay soon after graduation.
Estimated after a decade of experience.
Seasoned professionals at ~20 years.
CAGR (compound annual growth rate) summarizes average yearly change across the observed period.
Employment-weighted across mapped SOCs; entry ≈ 85% of median; historical CAGR shown for last 5y; projections capped at 3% CAGR; lifetime is 40-year present value at 3% discount.
Data from Bureau of Labor Statistics (2024) • Median wages, employment, and growth projections
| Occupation | Median Wage | Total Jobs | Growth Rate | Education |
|---|---|---|---|---|
First-Line Supervisors of Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Workers SOC: 45-1011 Occupation: First-Line Supervisors of Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Workers | $59,330 | 29,530 | N/A | N/A |
Mathematical Science Occupations, All Other SOC: 15-2099 Occupation: Mathematical Science Occupations, All Other | $71,490 | 4,660 | N/A | N/A |
Natural Sciences Managers SOC: 11-9121 Occupation: Natural Sciences Managers | $161,180 | 100,870 | N/A | N/A |
Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary SOC: 25-1021 Occupation: Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary | $96,690 | 36,240 | N/A | N/A |
Postsecondary Teachers, All Other SOC: 25-1199 Occupation: Postsecondary Teachers, All Other | $78,490 | 151,530 | N/A | N/A |
Computer Programmers SOC: 15-1251 Occupation: Computer Programmers | $98,670 | 109,870 | N/A | N/A |
Historical data from Bureau of Labor Statistics (2020-2024) • Salary trends and employment growth over 5 years
| Year | Median Wage | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $59,330 | 29,530 |
| 2023 | $57,320 | 27,150 |
| 2022 | $54,490 | 27,670 |
| 2021 | $48,640 | 25,770 |
| 2020 | $50,080 | 22,640 |
| Year | Median Wage | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $71,490 | 4,660 |
| 2023 | $70,620 | 4,320 |
| 2022 | $71,700 | 3,840 |
| 2021 | $62,460 | 3,970 |
| Year | Median Wage | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $161,180 | 100,870 |
| 2023 | $157,740 | 96,520 |
| 2022 | $144,440 | 82,570 |
| 2021 | $137,900 | 74,760 |
| 2020 | $137,940 | 75,870 |
| Year | Median Wage | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $96,690 | 36,240 |
| 2023 | $96,430 | 36,150 |
| 2022 | $84,760 | 33,870 |
| 2021 | $77,910 | 37,600 |
| 2020 | $85,540 | 32,230 |
| Year | Median Wage | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $78,490 | 151,530 |
| 2023 | $79,870 | 166,980 |
| 2022 | $76,920 | 214,520 |
| 2021 | $78,160 | 199,020 |
| 2020 | $71,950 | 194,740 |
| Year | Median Wage | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $98,670 | 109,870 |
| 2023 | $99,700 | 120,370 |
| 2022 | $97,800 | 132,740 |
| 2021 | $93,000 | 152,610 |
| 2020 | $89,190 | 178,140 |
| Year | Median Wage | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $108,970 | 439,380 |
| 2023 | $104,920 | 437,170 |
| 2022 | $98,740 | 416,320 |
| 2021 | $95,270 | 370,190 |
| 2020 | $92,870 | 362,580 |
| Year | Median Wage | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $112,590 | 233,440 |
| 2023 | $108,020 | 192,710 |
| 2022 | $103,500 | 159,630 |
| 2021 | $100,910 | 105,980 |