by our College Data Analytics TeamIn the latest year, 79 U.S. colleges awarded 1,924 degrees and certificates in Mathematics & Computer Science. Bachelor’s degrees are the most popular award, at 72% of graduates. College Factual ranks 29 schools in its 2027 Best Mathematics & Computer Science Schools ranking and compares their cost in a Best Value ranking. Graduates earn a median $88,328 one year after completing, rising to $125,451 after four years.
A major in Mathematics & Computer Science explores Mathematics And Computer Science. A Program With A General Synthesis Of Mathematics And Computer Science Or A Specialization Which Draws From Mathematics And Computer Science.
Source: IPEDS 2025; College Scorecard July 2026; BLS; O*NET; College Factual rankings 2027. Data as of: July 2026.
Across the country, mathematics & computer science draws strong interest, with 1,924 degrees awarded annually. 79 colleges award mathematics & computer science degrees, an average of 24 graduates per school; the largest program awarded 473.
By level, the 1,924 awards include 57 associate degrees, 1,393 bachelor’s degrees, 455 master’s degrees and 19 doctorates.
Women earned 31% of mathematics & computer science degrees and certificates in the latest year (598 of 1,924). The largest groups of graduates by race and ethnicity are Asian (515) and White (386), and international students earned 688.
College Factual ranks 29 schools in its 2027 Best Mathematics & Computer Science Schools ranking, including 22 for bachelor’s degrees and 6 for master’s degrees. It also ranks mathematics & computer science schools within 15 states. In all, 79 colleges offer mathematics & computer science programs; compare them by degree level below or in the Best Value Mathematics & Computer Science Colleges ranking, which weighs quality against cost.
The most common mathematics & computer science credential is the bachelor’s degree: 1,393 of the 1,924 awarded in the latest year. Jobs related to mathematics & computer science call most for Reading Comprehension, Critical Thinking and Active Listening, and for knowledge of Computers and Electronics, English Language and Customer and Personal Service, according to O*NET. The most important abilities are Oral Comprehension, Written Comprehension and Oral Expression.
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How long a mathematics & computer science degree takes:
| Degree | Typical Program Length | Graduates Annually |
|---|---|---|
| Associate Degree | 2 years | 57 |
| Bachelor’s Degree | 4 years | 1,393 |
| Master’s Degree | 1-3 years | 455 |
| Doctorate | At least 4 years | 19 |
Bachelor’s degree is the most common level of education among workers in jobs related to mathematics & computer science, at 42.0%.
| Level of Education | Percentage of Workers |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s degree | 42.0% |
| Master’s degree | 19.9% |
| Doctoral degree | 10.9% |
| Associate’s degree (or other 2-year) | 8.7% |
| Postsecondary certificate | 7.4% |
| Some college courses | 3.5% |
| Post-baccalaureate certificate | 3.1% |
| High school diploma or equivalent | 1.8% |
| Post-doctoral training | 1.1% |
| Post-master’s certificate | 1.0% |
| Less than a high school diploma | 0.5% |
| First professional degree | 0.1% |
Source: O*NET Online.
23 occupations are related to Mathematics & Computer Science, with an average median salary of $110,491; the strongest outlook belongs to Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary, at 14.0% projected job growth. Typical job titles include Systems Engineer, Data Analyst, College Faculty Member and Assistant Professor.
The occupation related to mathematics & 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% |
| Business Intelligence Analysts | 585,851 | 1.3% |
| Computer Systems Engineers/Architects | 576,059 | -1.9% |
| Information Security Engineers | 575,902 | -3.8% |
| Blockchain Engineers | 556,747 | 5.1% |
| Information Technology Project Managers | 543,383 | -3.4% |
| Clinical Research Coordinators | 542,888 | 10.4% |
| Geographic Information Systems Technologists and Technicians | 530,023 | -1.9% |
Mathematics & Computer Science graduates earn a median $88,328 one year after completing their program, $125,451 after four years and $93,547 after five years, according to the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
| Years Out | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $88,328 |
| 4 years | $125,451 |
| 5 years | $93,547 |
Source: College Scorecard.
The highest-paying occupation related to mathematics & computer science is Water Resource Specialists, with a median salary of $179,716.
| Occupation | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| Water Resource Specialists | $179,716 |
| Computer and Information Systems Managers | $175,079 |
| Computer Occupations, All Other | $159,837 |
| Document Management Specialists | $147,490 |
| Business Intelligence Analysts | $143,840 |
| Information Security Engineers | $142,543 |
| Computer Systems Engineers/Architects | $140,795 |
| Natural Sciences Managers | $132,227 |
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