by our College Data Analytics TeamIn the latest year, 8 U.S. colleges awarded 173 degrees and certificates in Economics and Computer Science. Bachelor’s degrees are the most popular award, at 73% of graduates. College Factual ranks 5 schools in its 2027 Best Economics and Computer Science Schools ranking and compares their cost in a Best Value ranking. Its 16 related occupations pay an average median salary of $107,201 a year.
Studying Economics and Computer Science explores A Program Of Study That Focuses On The Theoretical And Practical Connections Between Computer Science And Economics. Includes Instruction In Data Analysis, Database Design, Data Mining, Computer Algorithms, Economics, Econometrics, Computer Programing, Mathematics, And Statistics.
Source: IPEDS 2025; College Scorecard July 2026; BLS; O*NET; College Factual rankings 2027. Data as of: July 2026.
Across the country, economics and computer science is a popular field of study, with 173 degrees awarded annually. 8 colleges award economics and computer science degrees, an average of 22 graduates per school; the largest program awarded 67.
By level, the 173 awards include 126 bachelor’s degrees and 47 master’s degrees.
Women earned 38% of economics and computer science degrees and certificates in the latest year (65 of 173). The largest groups of graduates by race and ethnicity are Asian (46) and White (36), and international students earned 56.
College Factual ranks 5 schools in its 2027 Best Economics and Computer Science Schools ranking, including 4 for bachelor’s degrees. It also ranks economics and computer science schools within 1 state. In all, 8 colleges offer economics and computer science programs; compare them by degree level below or in the Best Value Economics and Computer Science Colleges ranking, which weighs quality against cost.
The most common economics and computer science credential is the bachelor’s degree: 126 of the 173 awarded in the latest year. Jobs related to economics and computer science call most for Reading Comprehension, Speaking and Critical Thinking, and for knowledge of English Language, Computers and Electronics and Education and Training, according to O*NET. The most important abilities are Oral Expression, Oral Comprehension and Written Comprehension.
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How long an economics and computer science degree takes:
| Degree | Typical Program Length | Graduates Annually |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor’s Degree | 4 years | 126 |
| Master’s Degree | 1-3 years | 47 |
Bachelor’s degree is the most common level of education among workers in jobs related to economics and computer science, at 36.6%.
| Level of Education | Percentage of Workers |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s degree | 36.6% |
| Doctoral degree | 29.0% |
| Master’s degree | 22.8% |
| Associate’s degree (or other 2-year) | 3.5% |
| Post-master’s certificate | 1.9% |
| High school diploma or equivalent | 1.9% |
| Post-baccalaureate certificate | 1.7% |
| Postsecondary certificate | 1.3% |
| Some college courses | 1.2% |
| Post-doctoral training | 0.1% |
Source: O*NET Online.
16 occupations are related to Economics and Computer Science, with an average median salary of $107,201; the strongest outlook belongs to Software Developers, at 13.5% projected job growth. Typical job titles include College Professor, Assistant Professor, University Faculty Member and College Faculty Member.
The occupation related to economics and computer science with the most projected jobs is Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary, at 1,328,652.
| Occupation | Projected Jobs | Expected Growth |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary | 1,328,652 | -4.2% |
| Economics Teachers, Postsecondary | 830,747 | 2.9% |
| Business Intelligence Analysts | 585,851 | 1.3% |
| Data Scientists | 507,848 | 8.1% |
| Managers, All Other | 468,025 | 6.2% |
| Compliance Managers | 310,203 | 13.0% |
| Clinical Data Managers | 300,656 | -0.9% |
| Loss Prevention Managers | 265,210 | 2.2% |
The highest-paying occupation related to economics and computer science is Computer and Information Systems Managers, with a median salary of $175,079.
| Occupation | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| Computer and Information Systems Managers | $175,079 |
| Wind Energy Development Managers | $169,952 |
| Loss Prevention Managers | $165,723 |
| Business Intelligence Analysts | $143,840 |
| Wind Energy Operations Managers | $122,567 |
| Compliance Managers | $117,178 |
| Data Scientists | $106,295 |
| Clinical Data Managers | $99,475 |
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