The Systems Analysis 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 â 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Computer Systems Analysts SOC: 15-1211 Occupation: Computer Systems Analysts | $103,790 | 497,800 | N/A | N/A |
Computer Network Support Specialists SOC: 15-1231 Occupation: Computer Network Support Specialists | $73,340 | 146,450 | N/A | N/A |
Computer Network Architects SOC: 15-1241 Occupation: Computer Network Architects | $130,390 | 177,010 | N/A | N/A |
Database Architects SOC: 15-1243 Occupation: Database Architects | $135,980 | 64,770 | N/A | N/A |
Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers SOC: 15-1253 Occupation: Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers | $102,610 | 199,800 | N/A | N/A |
Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary SOC: 25-1021 Occupation: Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary | $96,690 | 36,240 | 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 | $103,790 | 497,800 |
| 2023 | $103,800 | 498,810 |
| 2022 | $102,240 | 505,210 |
| 2021 | $99,270 | 505,150 |
| 2020 | $93,730 | 574,450 |
| Year | Median Wage | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $73,340 | 146,450 |
| 2023 | $71,530 | 158,720 |
| 2022 | $68,050 | 168,920 |
| 2021 | $62,760 | 176,200 |
| 2020 | $65,450 | 184,220 |
| Year | Median Wage | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $130,390 | 177,010 |
| 2023 | $129,840 | 174,100 |
| 2022 | $126,900 | 173,920 |
| 2021 | $120,520 | 168,830 |
| 2020 | $116,780 | 159,350 |
| 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 |