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#1 #1 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. Rochester Institute of Technology Rochester, NY At Rochester Institute of Technology, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Computer Science, Modeling, Virtual Environments and Simulation, and Mechanical Engineering. In fact, Rochester Institute of Technology awards 183 degrees per year to Computer Science majors....view more Acceptance Rate 72% Annual Degrees Awarded 96 SAT Score 1,300–1,460 Est. Net Price * $39,753 Median Starting Salary $67,552
#2 #2 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. Iowa State University Ames, IA Annually, Iowa State University grants about 406 degrees to those studying Mechanical Engineering, the institution’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Marketing/Marketing Management, General, Animal Sciences, General, and Kinesiology and Exercise Science....view more Acceptance Rate 89% Annual Degrees Awarded 181 SAT Score 1,090–1,320 Est. Net Price * $17,354 Median Starting Salary $70,458
#3 #3 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. Milwaukee School of Engineering Milwaukee, WI At Milwaukee School of Engineering, the most popular majors students pursue are Mechanical Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse....view more Acceptance Rate 60% Annual Degrees Awarded 37 SAT Score 1,180–1,380 Est. Net Price * $26,122 Median Starting Salary $65,534
#4 #4 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. Stevens Institute of Technology Hoboken, NJ At Stevens Institute of Technology, the most popular majors students pursue are Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Business Administration and Management, and General. In fact, Stevens Institute of Technology grants 159 degrees annually to graduating Mechanical Engineering students....view more Acceptance Rate 43% Annual Degrees Awarded 34 SAT Score 1,380–1,500 Est. Net Price * $43,665 Median Starting Salary $72,259
#5 #5 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. The University of Texas at Dallas Richardson, TX At The University of Texas at Dallas, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Computer and Information Sciences, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Digital Arts....view more Acceptance Rate 65% Annual Degrees Awarded 108 SAT Score 1,180–1,420 Est. Net Price * $13,464 Median Starting Salary $62,687
#6 #6 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. Auburn University Auburn, AL At Auburn University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Business Administration and Management, General, Finance, General, Biomedical Sciences, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 50% Annual Degrees Awarded 81 SAT Score 1,220–1,400 Est. Net Price * $24,524 Median Starting Salary $68,960
#7 #7 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. Brigham Young University Provo, UT At Brigham Young University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Exercise Physiology, Accounting, Finance, and General. In fact, Brigham Young University grants 235 degrees annually to graduating Exercise Physiology students....view more Acceptance Rate 69% Annual Degrees Awarded 75 SAT Score 1,310–1,440 Est. Net Price * $14,643 Median Starting Salary $65,289
#8 #8 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. Florida Gulf Coast University Fort Myers, FL Every year, Florida Gulf Coast University awards around 297 degrees to those majoring in Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General, the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 77% Annual Degrees Awarded 68 SAT Score 1,040–1,210 Est. Net Price * $10,548 Median Starting Salary $67,267
#9 #9 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. University of California-Irvine Irvine, CA At the University of California-Irvine, the three most popular college majors students study are Computer Science, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Business/Managerial Economics....view more Acceptance Rate 26% Annual Degrees Awarded 65 SAT Score 1,240–1,440 Est. Net Price * $14,647 Median Starting Salary $62,629
#10 #10 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo San Luis Obispo, CA Each year, California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo awards around 753 degrees to students studying Business Administration and Management, General, the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 30% Annual Degrees Awarded 63 SAT Score 1,230–1,420 Est. Net Price * $16,888 Median Starting Salary $68,355
#11 #11 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. University of Wisconsin-Platteville Platteville, WI Every year, the University of Wisconsin-Platteville grants about 196 degrees to students studying Mechanical Engineering, the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 87% Annual Degrees Awarded 44 SAT Score 1,080–1,280 Est. Net Price * $15,966 Median Starting Salary $70,136
#12 #12 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. San Jose State University San Jose, CA At San Jose State University, the three most popular college majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, and Speech Communication and Rhetoric....view more Acceptance Rate 80% Annual Degrees Awarded 158 SAT Score 1,010–1,240 Est. Net Price * $13,833 Median Starting Salary $64,022
#13 #13 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. Miami University-Oxford Oxford, OH At Miami University-Oxford, the three most popular college majors students study are Finance, General, Psychology, General, Marketing/Marketing Management, and General. In fact, Miami University-Oxford awards 329 degrees every year to Finance, General majors....view more Acceptance Rate 82% Annual Degrees Awarded 40 SAT Score 1,240–1,400 Est. Net Price * $27,928 Median Starting Salary $70,586
#14 #14 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. Kennesaw State University Kennesaw, GA Every year, Kennesaw State University grants about 448 degrees to students studying Psychology, General, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 70% Annual Degrees Awarded 78 SAT Score 1,020–1,220 Est. Net Price * $17,566 Median Starting Salary $66,264
#15 #15 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. The University of Texas at Arlington Arlington, TX Each year, The University of Texas at Arlington awards around 3249 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 81% Annual Degrees Awarded 68 SAT Score 990–1,240 Est. Net Price * $14,956 Median Starting Salary $65,409
#16 #16 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology Terre Haute, IN Every year, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology grants around 120 degrees to students studying Mechanical Engineering, the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Computer Science, Chemical Engineering, Computer Engineering, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 73% Annual Degrees Awarded 14 SAT Score 1,300–1,480 Est. Net Price * $44,016 Median Starting Salary $70,481
#17 #17 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. University of Nebraska-Lincoln Lincoln, NE Every year, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln grants around 266 degrees to students studying Business Administration and Management, General, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 77% Annual Degrees Awarded 45 SAT Score 1,110–1,320 Est. Net Price * $18,029 Median Starting Salary $70,114
#18 #18 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez Mayaguez, PR At the University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez, the three most popular college majors students study are Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Mechanical Engineering, Animal Sciences, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 52% Annual Degrees Awarded 49 SAT Score 1,110–1,360 Est. Net Price * $12,857 Median Starting Salary $62,922
#19 #19 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. Dunwoody College of Technology Minneapolis, MN Annually, Dunwoody College of Technology awards about 22 degrees to students studying Architecture, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Interior Design, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechatronics, Robotics, and and Automation Engineering....view more Acceptance Rate 98% Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score 930–1,140 Est. Net Price * $24,789 Median Starting Salary $68,416
#20 #20 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. Vermont Technical College Randolph, VT Annually, Vermont Technical College awards about 23 degrees to students majoring in Business Administration and Management, General, the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Computer Software Engineering, and Dental Hygiene/Hygienist....view more Acceptance Rate 83% Annual Degrees Awarded 11 SAT Score 860–1,060 Est. Net Price * $21,253 Median Starting Salary $68,416
#21 #21 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. Drury University Springfield, MO Annually, Drury University awards about 30 degrees to those studying Architecture, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Biochemistry, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 59% Annual Degrees Awarded 13 SAT Score 1,130–1,310 Est. Net Price * $22,194 Median Starting Salary $64,560
#22 #22 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. Arizona State University Campus Immersion Tempe, AZ Annually, Arizona State University Campus Immersion grants around 1185 degrees to students studying Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other, which is the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 90% Annual Degrees Awarded 43 SAT Score 1,090–1,320 Est. Net Price * $16,401 Median Starting Salary $63,449
#23 #23 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania Shippensburg, PA At Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania, the most popular majors students pursue are Psychology, General, Marketing/Marketing Management, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 86% Annual Degrees Awarded 31 SAT Score 990–1,210 Est. Net Price * $23,344 Median Starting Salary $71,492
#24 #24 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. Florida Institute of Technology Melbourne, FL Every year, Florida Institute of Technology grants around 90 degrees to students studying Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical/Space Engineering, which is the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 63% Annual Degrees Awarded 22 SAT Score 1,140–1,320 Est. Net Price * $36,364 Median Starting Salary $60,753
#25 #25 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. Bowling Green State University-Main Campus Bowling Green, OH At Bowling Green State University-Main Campus, the most popular majors students pursue are Education/Teaching of Individuals in Early Childhood Special Education Programs, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Criminal Justice/Safety Studies....view more Acceptance Rate 81% Annual Degrees Awarded 38 SAT Score 1,040–1,240 Est. Net Price * $20,987 Median Starting Salary $71,874
#26 #26 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Erie-Behrend College Erie, PA Annually, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Erie-Behrend College awards about 64 degrees to students studying Mechanical Engineering, the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 96% Annual Degrees Awarded 21 SAT Score 1,120–1,320 Est. Net Price * $20,964 Median Starting Salary $67,731
#27 #27 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. Snow College Ephraim, UT At Snow College, only two majors are offered: Music, General, and Computer Software Engineering....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 10 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $7,258 Median Starting Salary $68,416
#28 #28 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott Prescott, AZ At Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical/Space Engineering, Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology, General, and International Relations and Affairs....view more Acceptance Rate 75% Annual Degrees Awarded 14 SAT Score 1,170–1,360 Est. Net Price * $41,209 Median Starting Salary $64,650
#29 #29 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. University of Miami Coral Gables, FL At the University of Miami, the most popular majors students pursue are Finance, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, and General. In fact, the University of Miami grants 232 degrees every year to graduating Finance, General students....view more Acceptance Rate 19% Annual Degrees Awarded 14 SAT Score 1,350–1,470 Est. Net Price * $41,028 Median Starting Salary $65,484
#30 #30 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach Daytona Beach, FL Every year, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach awards around 442 degrees to those majoring in Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology, General, which is the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 66% Annual Degrees Awarded 22 SAT Score 1,160–1,360 Est. Net Price * $41,550 Median Starting Salary $65,536
#31 #31 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. Michigan Technological University Houghton, MI Each year, Michigan Technological University grants about 266 degrees to those studying Mechanical Engineering, the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Chemical Engineering, and Computer Science....view more Acceptance Rate 88% Annual Degrees Awarded 20 SAT Score 1,150–1,350 Est. Net Price * $17,928 Median Starting Salary $67,260
#32 #32 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. Washington State University Pullman, WA At Washington State University, the most popular majors students pursue are Psychology, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, and Mechanical Engineering. In fact, Washington State University awards 466 degrees every year to Psychology, General majors....view more Acceptance Rate 85% Annual Degrees Awarded 31 SAT Score 1,030–1,220 Est. Net Price * $18,155 Median Starting Salary $66,749
#33 #33 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. Chapman University Orange, CA At Chapman University, the three most popular college majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Cinematography and Film/Video Production, Psychology, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 56% Annual Degrees Awarded 10 SAT Score 1,270–1,430 Est. Net Price * $48,037 Median Starting Salary $71,202
#34 #34 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. Drexel University Philadelphia, PA At Drexel University, the most popular majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Mechanical Engineering, and Computer Science. In fact, Drexel University awards 578 degrees per year to graduating Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse students....view more Acceptance Rate 78% Annual Degrees Awarded 19 SAT Score 1,240–1,440 Est. Net Price * $42,342 Median Starting Salary $65,465
#35 #35 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. Lipscomb University Nashville, TN Each year, Lipscomb University awards about 62 degrees to those majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 67% Annual Degrees Awarded 11 SAT Score 1,120–1,350 Est. Net Price * $27,386 Median Starting Salary $67,009
#36 #36 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. Clarkson University Potsdam, NY At Clarkson University, the three most popular college majors students study are Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, General, and Engineering/Industrial Management. In fact, Clarkson University awards 145 degrees per year to graduating Mechanical Engineering students....view more Acceptance Rate 77% Annual Degrees Awarded 9 SAT Score 1,210–1,400 Est. Net Price * $33,192 Median Starting Salary $69,497
#37 #37 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. DeVry University-Illinois Naperville, IL Annually, DeVry University-Illinois awards about 758 degrees to those studying Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other, which is the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 43% Annual Degrees Awarded 31 SAT Score 1,010–1,140 Est. Net Price * $31,063 Median Starting Salary $68,416
#38 #38 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. Quinnipiac University Hamden, CT Every year, Quinnipiac University grants about 315 degrees to those studying Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other, which is the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 77% Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score 1,120–1,310 Est. Net Price * $39,632 Median Starting Salary $76,238
#39 #39 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. University of Minnesota-Crookston Crookston, MN Every year, the University of Minnesota-Crookston awards around 55 degrees to students majoring in Accounting, the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Finance, General, Health/Health Care Administration/Management, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 58% Annual Degrees Awarded 12 SAT Score 1,010–1,180 Est. Net Price * $13,442 Median Starting Salary $68,418
#40 #40 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. Franklin College Franklin, IN Annually, Franklin College awards around 21 degrees to students studying Kinesiology and Exercise Science, the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 71% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score 1,030–1,210 Est. Net Price * $23,843 Median Starting Salary $73,415
#41 #41 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. California State University-San Marcos San Marcos, CA Annually, California State University-San Marcos awards around 531 degrees to those studying Business Administration and Management, General, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Psychology, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, and Criminology....view more Acceptance Rate 96% Annual Degrees Awarded 32 SAT Score 950–1,130 Est. Net Price * $10,500 Median Starting Salary $65,934
#42 #42 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. Butler University Indianapolis, IN At Butler University, the most popular majors students study are Marketing/Marketing Management, General, Finance, General, Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 86% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 1,210–1,380 Est. Net Price * $40,140 Median Starting Salary $75,954
#43 #43 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. Loyola University Chicago Chicago, IL Annually, Loyola University Chicago grants around 415 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Psychology, General, Marketing/Marketing Management, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 81% Annual Degrees Awarded 9 SAT Score 1,200–1,360 Est. Net Price * $37,592 Median Starting Salary $68,345
#44 #44 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. Baldwin Wallace University Berea, OH At Baldwin Wallace University, the most popular majors students pursue are Business Administration and Management, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 77% Annual Degrees Awarded 7 SAT Score 1,050–1,290 Est. Net Price * $28,190 Median Starting Salary $69,318
#45 #45 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. Concordia University-Wisconsin Mequon, WI At Concordia University-Wisconsin, the most popular majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Rehabilitation Science, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 68% Annual Degrees Awarded 8 SAT Score 1,110–1,340 Est. Net Price * $28,060 Median Starting Salary $69,707
#46 #46 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. DigiPen Institute of Technology Redmond, WA Every year, DigiPen Institute of Technology grants about 66 degrees to students studying Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics and Special Effects, which is the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 68% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score 1,200–1,400 Est. Net Price * $40,015 Median Starting Salary $68,416
#47 #47 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. Monmouth University West Long Branch, NJ At Monmouth University, the three most popular college majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Speech Communication and Rhetoric, Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 90% Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score 1,130–1,280 Est. Net Price * $33,228 Median Starting Salary $71,935
#48 #48 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. University of Northern Colorado Greeley, CO At the University of Northern Colorado, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 87% Annual Degrees Awarded 18 SAT Score 970–1,190 Est. Net Price * $19,115 Median Starting Salary $69,792
#49 #49 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. Saint Cloud State University Saint Cloud, MN At Saint Cloud State University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Computer and Information Systems Security/Information Assurance, Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other, Finance, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 95% Annual Degrees Awarded 20 SAT Score 970–1,220 Est. Net Price * $14,648 Median Starting Salary $69,213
#50 #50 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. Pennsylvania State University-World Campus University Park, PA Every year, Pennsylvania State University-World Campus awards around 173 degrees to those majoring in Psychology, General, the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 80% Annual Degrees Awarded 16 SAT Score 1,080–1,350 Est. Net Price * $21,171 Median Starting Salary $68,416
#51 #51 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. Trine University Angola, IN Each year, Trine University grants about 55 degrees to those studying Kinesiology and Exercise Science, the institution’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Mechanical Engineering, Cad/Cadd Drafting and/or Design Technology/Technician, Civil Engineering, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 85% Annual Degrees Awarded 8 SAT Score 1,050–1,270 Est. Net Price * $25,580 Median Starting Salary $68,104
#52 #52 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. University of Virginia's College at Wise Wise, VA Every year, the University of Virginia's College at Wise grants around 62 degrees to those majoring in Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 94% Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score 990–1,200 Est. Net Price * $10,409 Median Starting Salary $65,579
#53 #53 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. Allegheny College Meadville, PA At Allegheny College, the three most popular college majors students study are Sustainability Studies, Psychology, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. In fact, Allegheny College grants 57 degrees annually to Sustainability Studies majors....view more Acceptance Rate 59% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,170–1,380 Est. Net Price * $27,929 Median Starting Salary $69,185
#54 #54 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. Manchester University North Manchester, IN At Manchester University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Pre-Medicine/Pre-Medical Studies, Kinesiology and Exercise Science, Psychology, and General. In fact, Manchester University grants 23 degrees per year to Pre-Medicine/Pre-Medical Studies majors....view more Acceptance Rate 91% Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score 900–1,190 Est. Net Price * $19,367 Median Starting Salary $72,117
#55 #55 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. Morehouse College Atlanta, GA Annually, Morehouse College grants about 117 degrees to those majoring in Business Administration and Management, General, which is the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Political Science and Government, General, and Sociology....view more Acceptance Rate 51% Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score 1,010–1,140 Est. Net Price * $34,733 Median Starting Salary $65,648
#56 #56 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale Fort Lauderdale, FL At Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale, the three most popular college majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, General, Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 97% Annual Degrees Awarded 21 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $33,865 Median Starting Salary $68,416
#57 #57 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. East Carolina University Greenville, NC Annually, East Carolina University grants around 374 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 90% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,050–1,230 Est. Net Price * $14,470 Median Starting Salary $68,657
#58 #58 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. Montana Technological University Butte, MT At Montana Technological University, the three most popular college majors students study are Mechanical Engineering, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Management Information Systems and Services, and Other....view more Acceptance Rate 90% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 990–1,220 Est. Net Price * $15,866 Median Starting Salary $61,832
#59 #59 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. California Baptist University Riverside, CA Every year, California Baptist University grants about 168 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Psychology, General, Business/Commerce, General, and Kinesiology and Exercise Science....view more Acceptance Rate 74% Annual Degrees Awarded 13 SAT Score 970–1,170 Est. Net Price * $28,596 Median Starting Salary $67,618
#60 #60 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. Utah Valley University Orem, UT At Utah Valley University, the most popular majors students pursue are Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, General, and Airline/Commercial/Professional Pilot and Flight Crew....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 24 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $8,650 Median Starting Salary $66,975
#61 #61 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. State University of New York at Oswego Oswego, NY Annually, State University of New York at Oswego awards about 188 degrees to those studying Business Administration and Management, General, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 80% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,070–1,280 Est. Net Price * $16,923 Median Starting Salary $68,381
#62 #62 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. Johnson & Wales University-Providence Providence, RI Annually, Johnson & Wales University-Providence grants about 106 degrees to those majoring in Foodservice Systems Administration/Management, the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 84% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 980–1,240 Est. Net Price * $33,480 Median Starting Salary $68,028
#63 #63 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. Aurora University Aurora, IL At Aurora University, the most popular majors students pursue are Social Work, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. In fact, Aurora University grants 203 degrees per year to Social Work majors....view more Acceptance Rate 85% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 950–1,150 Est. Net Price * $19,220 Median Starting Salary $68,813
#64 #64 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. University of Central Missouri Warrensburg, MO Every year, the University of Central Missouri grants around 123 degrees to students majoring in Elementary Education and Teaching, which is the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 69% Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score 970–1,180 Est. Net Price * $15,728 Median Starting Salary $69,054
#65 #65 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. Liberty University Lynchburg, VA At Liberty University, the three most popular college majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other, Psychology, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 99% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,060–1,290 Est. Net Price * $29,692 Median Starting Salary $65,829
#66 #66 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. Valley City State University Valley City, ND At Valley City State University, the most popular majors students study are Elementary Education and Teaching, Business Administration and Management, General, Music, and General. In fact, Valley City State University grants 115 degrees every year to Elementary Education and Teaching majors....view more Acceptance Rate 69% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 980–1,180 Est. Net Price * $13,841 Median Starting Salary $72,848
#67 #67 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. St. Mary's University San Antonio, TX Each year, St- Mary's University awards about 44 degrees to students majoring in Biology/Biological Sciences, General, which is the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Finance, General, Psychology, General, and Kinesiology and Exercise Science....view more Acceptance Rate 89% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 960–1,150 Est. Net Price * $20,562 Median Starting Salary $65,222
#68 #68 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. Lawrence Technological University Southfield, MI At Lawrence Technological University, the most popular majors students pursue are Mechanical Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, and Architectural and Building Sciences/Technology....view more Acceptance Rate 80% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 1,040–1,280 Est. Net Price * $33,807 Median Starting Salary $67,206
#69 #69 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. William Penn University Oskaloosa, IA At William Penn University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Elementary Education and Teaching, Business Administration and Management, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 57% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 870–1,110 Est. Net Price * $22,361 Median Starting Salary $68,440
#70 #70 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. University of Central Oklahoma Edmond, OK At the University of Central Oklahoma, the three most popular college majors students study are General Studies, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, and General. In fact, the University of Central Oklahoma awards 213 degrees per year to General Studies majors....view more Acceptance Rate 82% Annual Degrees Awarded 10 SAT Score 930–1,180 Est. Net Price * $18,893 Median Starting Salary $66,665
#71 #71 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. University of Indianapolis Indianapolis, IN At the University of Indianapolis, the three most popular college majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 73% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score 970–1,190 Est. Net Price * $19,903 Median Starting Salary $70,073
#72 #72 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. Indiana Institute of Technology Fort Wayne, IN At Indiana Institute of Technology, the three most popular college majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, and Bioengineering and Biomedical Engineering....view more Acceptance Rate 57% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score 950–1,160 Est. Net Price * $22,148 Median Starting Salary $61,356
#73 #73 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. Saint Leo University Saint Leo, FL Each year, Saint Leo University grants around 240 degrees to students studying Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching....view more Acceptance Rate 72% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,000–1,220 Est. Net Price * $19,478 Median Starting Salary $65,034
#74 #74 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. Arizona State University Digital Immersion Scottsdale, AZ At Arizona State University Digital Immersion, the most popular majors students study are Psychology, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, and Other....view more Acceptance Rate 64% Annual Degrees Awarded 132 SAT Score 860–1,020 Est. Net Price * $0 Median Starting Salary $66,926
#75 #75 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. Full Sail University Winter Park, FL At Full Sail University, the three most popular college majors students study are Human Computer Interaction, Audiovisual Communications Technologies/Technicians, Other, and Digital Arts. In fact, Full Sail University grants 548 degrees every year to Human Computer Interaction majors....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 28 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $30,879 Median Starting Salary $68,416
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About Computer Software Engineering

Computer Software Engineering programs prepare individuals to apply scientific and mathematical principles to the design, analysis, verification, validation, implementation, and maintenance of computer software systems using a variety of computer languages. Includes instruction in discrete mathematics, probability and statistics, computer science, managerial science, and applications to complex computer systems.

Of the 2,110 Computer Software Engineering degrees granted each year at the Bachelors degree level, men make up 83% percent and women make up 17% percent of the area of study. Did you know that California has more students being awarded a degree in Computer Software Engineering than any other state? In fact, California awarded 341 degrees last year! The average starting salary for an undergraduate degree in Computer Software Engineering is $64,700.

Popularity of Computer Software Engineering Degrees in the U.S.

This heat map represents the states that have the highest percent of Computer Software Engineering degrees compared to all other degrees awarded in that state.

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Careers

The highest paying careers for Computer Software Engineering majors include Architectural and Engineering Managers, Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary . But, another thing to think about is how much demand there is for specific careers. Jobs that are in high need that a degree in Computer Software Engineering can prepare you for are Architectural and Engineering Managers, Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary .

Top Paying Careers

These are the highest paying careers for Computer Software Engineering majors.

Most In-Demand Careers

These are the careers in highest demand for Computer Software Engineering majors.

Student Demographics

Total Students

2,110

Female Students

358 (16%)

Male Students

1,752 (83%)

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Computer Software Engineering

#1 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S.

72%

96

1,300–1,460

$39,753

$67,552

#2 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S.

89%

181

1,090–1,320

$17,354

$70,458

#3 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S.

60%

37

1,180–1,380

$26,122

$65,534

#4 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S.

43%

34

1,380–1,500

$43,665

$72,259

#5 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S.

65%

108

1,180–1,420

$13,464

$62,687

#6 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S.

50%

81

1,220–1,400

$24,524

$68,960

#7 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S.

69%

75

1,310–1,440

$14,643

$65,289

#8 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S.

77%

68

1,040–1,210

$10,548

$67,267

#9 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S.

26%

65

1,240–1,440

$14,647

$62,629

#10 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S.

30%

63

1,230–1,420

$16,888

$68,355

#11 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S.

87%

44

1,080–1,280

$15,966

$70,136

#12 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S.

80%

158

1,010–1,240

$13,833

$64,022

#13 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S.

82%

40

1,240–1,400

$27,928

$70,586

#14 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S.