The knowledge of design, analysis, implementation, efficiency, and application of algorithms gained from a major in Computer Science forms a strong career foundation. Graduates in Computer Science can work for a wide variety of employers as programmers, managers, analysts, and security specialists, among other positions. This major is also excellent preparation for graduate studies in computer science or information science and technology, and it provides a marketable skill set to apply to further studies in linguistics, geography, and life sciences.
Potential Career Areas:
- Programming
- Design
- Web/systems security Information systems management
- Team management
- Data management and analysis
- Teaching
- Mapping
- Modeling
- Forensics
- Sales Defense
Sample Employers:
- Businesses
- Information technology producers/platforms
- Entertainment technology industry
- Technology retailers
- Nonprofit organizations
- Colleges and universities
- Technology consulting/design firms
- Legal offices
- Medical facilities Government agencies
Sample Job Titles and National Salary Ranges:
| Job Title | Salary Range |
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Computer Scientist
|
$60,000 - $115,000
|
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Computer Programmer
|
$36,470 - $99,610
|
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Computer Security Analyst
|
$55,000 - $74,500
|
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Database Programmer
|
$57,000 - $71,500
|
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Website Developer
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$58,000 - $78,500
|
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Network Administrator
|
$41,000 - $66,310
|
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Internet/Intranet Programmer
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$57,000 - $71,500
|
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Computer Forensics Specialist
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$32,000 - $84,000
|
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Game Designer
|
$37,472 - $62,739
|
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Geoscience Technician
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$25,000 - $60,000
|
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Systems Analyst
|
$45,390 - $75,500
|
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Computer Cartographer
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$30,000 - $50,000
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Database Administrator
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$45,000 - $75,000
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Information Technology Manager
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$45,000 - $100,000
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Sales Representative
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$45,000 - $75,000
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Sources of Information: United States Department of Labor: Bureau of Labor Statistics (2010); DISCOVER (2011); Facts on File: Ferguson’s Career Guidance Center (2011).