General
Mathematics And Computer Science
Data derived specifically from PUMS raw data for Mathematics And Computer Science.
Entry Level Salary
$79,135
Median Salary
$131,198
Unemployment Rate
1.9%
Avg: 2.2%
Underemployment Rate
9.4%
Working non-college jobs
Earnings Trajectory
Lifetime: $5,247,920
Entry (Early)
$79,135
Median (Prime)
$131,198
High (Prime)
$129,787
ROI Sensitivity Analysis
This analysis tests three "What-If" scenarios. While most students start at the Entry Level, calculating ROI using Median and High salaries helps illustrate the potential long-term payoff for top performers relative to the degree cost.
Lifetime Value Added (NPV)
Entry Level
Median
High
$0 Cost
+236k
+655k
+644k
$25k / yr
+146k
+565k
+554k
$50k / yr
+56k
+475k
+464k
Break-even Age
Entry Level
Median
High
$0 Cost
27
24
24
$25k / yr
34
26
26
$50k / yr
47
29
29
Return on Investment %
Entry Level
Median
High
$0 Cost
∞
∞
∞
$25k / yr
135%
520%
509%
$50k / yr
26%
219%
213%
Sensitivity Analysis Methodology: These grids assume you begin your career earning the salary specified in the column header (Entry Level = conservative baseline, Median/High = potential upside).
Important Note: Your ROI with any major will depend on the cost you pay to attend the program, and your starting salary. Both vary significantly across institutions. We encourage you to explore the ROI of a specific program variant by selecting the Program title of the credential level you are interested in. You will then have a more detailed return analysis for programs at specific institutions. We also encourage you to use the ROI calculator with your specific estimates of cost and salary.
Education Impact
Advanced Degree Rate42.6%
Analysis: A large percentage of students in this field pursue Master's or Doctoral degrees to maximize earnings.
Top Professions
Software developers
26.0% of graduates map to this role
Growing
Entry Salary
$112,550
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$141,586|$133,080
openings
115,200 /yr
Growth (10yr): +15.8%
Computer and information systems managers
4.8% of graduates map to this role
Growing
Entry Salary
$91,447
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$140,688|$171,200
openings
55,600 /yr
Growth (10yr): +15.2%
Management occupations
4.6% of graduates map to this role
Growing
Entry Salary
$140,688
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$166,600|$122,090
openings
1,147,900 /yr
Growth (10yr): +6.1%
Computer programmers
4.3% of graduates map to this role
Stable
Entry Salary
$34,891
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$114,538|$98,670
openings
5,500 /yr
Growth (10yr): -6%
Postsecondary teachers
3.9% of graduates map to this role
Growing
Entry Salary
$31,238
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$58,404|$81,600
openings
136,400 /yr
Growth (10yr): +5.9%
Computer systems analysts
3.2% of graduates map to this role
Growing
Entry Salary
$67,681
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$114,538|$103,790
openings
34,200 /yr
Growth (10yr): +8.7%
Computer occupations, all other
3.2% of graduates map to this role
Growing
Entry Salary
$20,058
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$104,125|$108,970
openings
31,300 /yr
Growth (10yr): +8.2%
Management analysts
2.9% of graduates map to this role
Growing
Entry Salary
$118,703
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$106,208|$101,190
openings
98,100 /yr
Growth (10yr): +8.8%
Mathematical science occupations
2.3% of graduates map to this role
Growing
Entry Salary
$81,000
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$112,550|$104,620
openings
37,700 /yr
Growth (10yr): +27.1%
Project management specialists
2.3% of graduates map to this role
Growing
Entry Salary
$70,000
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$138,000|$100,750
openings
78,200 /yr
Growth (10yr): +5.6%
About this Data:
- Entry: Median salary for graduates aged 27 and under (PUMS).
- Median (PUMS | BLS): Comparison of this major's graduates vs. the national market average for the role.
- Growth & Openings: 10-year national projections (2024–2034).
Program Variants & Earnings Ranges
Summary of specific program titles and credential levels mapped to this major, showing the range of earnings across different colleges.
| Program Title | Credential Level | # Colleges | Median Earnings Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| No program variants found for this major. | |||