Computer Science
WHAT IS COMPUTER SCIENCE?
Computer Science is the study of computation, automation, and information applying principles of mathematics, engineering and logic. Computer Science spans theoretical disciplines (algorithms, computational theory and information theory) and practical application (design and implementation).
Computer Science incorporates techniques from areas such as queuing theory, statistics, and circuit design. Computer Science also makes use of hypothesis testing and experimentation during conceptualization, design, measurement and refinement of algorithms, information structures, and computer architectures.
WHAT DOES A COMPUTER SCIENTIST DO?
Computer Scientists work in a wide variety of industries. Some common tasks include:
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Designing software that interacts with hardware for integration and optimization
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Writing program software, creating applications, developing websites
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Developing, designing, and analyzing methods, architectures, data structures, and algorithms to solve problems
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Developing applications to operate within future frameworks (i.e. Metaverse)
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Assessing and improving computer processes and performance, and information storage and retrieval
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Building software enabling autonomous drones, devices, robots, and vehicles to do assigned tasks
TOP INDUSTRIES
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Internet and Software
Automotive
Higher Education
Insurance
Manufacturing
Commercial Banking & Credit
Management Consulting
Retail
Number of CSE graduates placed per industry from 2018-2020.
COMMON JOB TITLES
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Software Engineer
Software Developer
Application/Web Developer
Programmer
Implementation Consultant
Cyber Security Engineer
Number of CSE graduates placed for each of the top job titles from 2007-2020. Descriptions via The Center
TOP EMPLOYERS
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General Motors
Michigan State University
Auto-Owners Insurance
Ford Motor Company
GE
Rocket Companies
Target
Microsoft
Crowe LLP
DESTINATION DATA
Learn about the specific data associated with Computer Science graduates so that you can better understand the average compensation and placement rates within the major. (Represents 2023 data.)
91.8%
Placement Rate
(Employment/Education)
$89,826
Average Starting
Salary
$30.39/hr
Intern Average
Hourly Wage
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