by our College Data Analytics TeamHere, you'll find out more about the major, including such details as the number of graduates, what degree levels are offered, ethnicity of students, average salaries, and more. Also, learn how Amherst ranks among other schools offering degrees in compsci.
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Amherst was ranked #53 on College Factual's most recent list of the best schools for compsci majors. This puts the bachelor's program at the school solidly in the top 15% of all colleges and universities in the country. It is also ranked #10 in Massachusetts.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, Amherst College handed out 34 bachelor's degrees in computer science. This is a decrease of 26% over the previous year when 46 degrees were handed out.
CompSci majors who earn their bachelor's degree from Amherst go on to jobs where they make a median salary of $96,310 a year. This is great news for graduates of the program, since this figure is higher than the national average of $63,247 for all compsci bachelor's degree recipients.
While getting their bachelor's degree at Amherst, compsci students borrow a median amount of $16,750 in student loans. This is not too bad considering that the median debt load of all compsci bachelor's degree recipients across the country is $24,625.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the compsci majors at Amherst College.
Of the 34 students who graduated with a Bachelor’s in compsci from Amherst in 2021, 76% were men and 24% were women.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Amherst College with a bachelor's in compsci.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 8 |
| Black or African American | 2 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 3 |
| White | 13 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 8 |
| Other Races | 0 |
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