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#1 #1 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. Northeastern University Boston, MA Annually, Northeastern University awards about 1106 degrees to students majoring in Business/Commerce, General, the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 6% Annual Degrees Awarded 1246 SAT Score 1,440–1,530 Median Starting Salary $67,534
#2 #2 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. Carnegie Mellon University Pittsburgh, PA At Carnegie Mellon University, the three most popular college majors students study are Computer Science, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 11% Annual Degrees Awarded 227 SAT Score 1,500–1,580 Median Starting Salary $68,471
#3 #3 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, Health and Physical Education/Fitness, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 80% Annual Degrees Awarded 196 SAT Score 990–1,290 Median Starting Salary $64,022
#4 #4 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 78% Annual Degrees Awarded 100 SAT Score 1,110–1,310 Median Starting Salary $69,707
#5 #5 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. Harvard University Cambridge, MA There are plenty of classes to choose from at Harvard; they offer almost 3,900 courses in 49 undergraduate fields. Your curriculum is designed based on your goals and they require no predetermined courses for your major outside of an Expository Writing course for all freshmen....view more Acceptance Rate 4% Annual Degrees Awarded 35 SAT Score 1,460–1,560 Median Starting Salary $59,446
#6 #6 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 Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, and Management Science. In fact, Stevens Institute of Technology grants 206 degrees annually to graduating Computer Science students....view more Acceptance Rate 51% Annual Degrees Awarded 55 SAT Score 1,370–1,500 Median Starting Salary $72,259
#7 #7 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. University of California-Merced Merced, CA At the University of California-Merced, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Research and Experimental Psychology, Other, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Computer Engineering, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 97% Annual Degrees Awarded 11 SAT Score 980–1,160 Median Starting Salary $64,674
#8 #8 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 Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Research and Experimental Psychology, Other, and Computer Science....view more Acceptance Rate 29% Annual Degrees Awarded 52 SAT Score 1,240–1,440 Median Starting Salary $62,629
#9 #9 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. California State University-Fullerton Fullerton, CA Annually, California State University-Fullerton awards around 2126 degrees to students majoring in Business Administration and Management, General, which is the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 88% Annual Degrees Awarded 69 SAT Score 840–1,080 Median Starting Salary $64,912
#10 #10 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. University of Advancing Technology Tempe, AZ Each year, the University of Advancing Technology grants about 19 degrees to students majoring in Computer Science, which is the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Game and Interactive Media Design, Computer Game Programming, and Digital Arts....view more Acceptance Rate 98% Annual Degrees Awarded 15 SAT Score 950–1,180 Median Starting Salary $68,416
#11 #11 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. Villanova University Villanova, PA At Villanova University, the most popular majors students pursue are Finance, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, and Speech Communication and Rhetoric. In fact, Villanova University grants 208 degrees annually to graduating Finance, General students....view more Acceptance Rate 28% Annual Degrees Awarded 14 SAT Score 1,420–1,520 Median Starting Salary $73,356
#12 #12 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. Fairfield University Fairfield, CT Each year, Fairfield University grants about 221 degrees to students studying Finance, General, which is the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Marketing/Marketing Management, General, and Accounting....view more Acceptance Rate 25% Annual Degrees Awarded 13 SAT Score 1,290–1,400 Median Starting Salary $79,037
#13 #13 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. Tufts University Medford, MA Every year, Tufts University grants about 222 degrees to those majoring in Computer Science, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Econometrics and Quantitative Economics, and International Relations and Affairs....view more Acceptance Rate 11% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 1,460–1,540 Median Starting Salary $68,604
#14 #14 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 1433 degrees to students studying Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other, which is the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 93% Annual Degrees Awarded 84 SAT Score 1,060–1,260 Median Starting Salary $63,449
#15 #15 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. Southern Methodist University Dallas, TX At Southern Methodist University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Finance, General, Economics, General, Psychology, and General. In fact, Southern Methodist University awards 261 degrees annually to graduating Finance, General students....view more Acceptance Rate 48% Annual Degrees Awarded 17 SAT Score 1,370–1,490 Median Starting Salary $66,966
#16 #16 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, Computer Science, and Mechanical Engineering. In fact, Drexel University awards 333 degrees per year to graduating Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse students....view more Acceptance Rate 70% Annual Degrees Awarded 41 SAT Score 1,270–1,450 Median Starting Salary $65,465
#17 #17 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 372 degrees every year to graduating Finance, General students....view more Acceptance Rate 18% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,350–1,470 Median Starting Salary $65,484
#18 #18 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, Information Technology, Psychology, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 69% Annual Degrees Awarded 33 SAT Score 1,170–1,410 Median Starting Salary $62,687
#19 #19 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. University of Minnesota Twin Cities Minneapolis, MN At the University of Minnesota Twin Cities, the most popular majors students pursue are Computer Science, Psychology, General, Finance, and General. In fact, the University of Minnesota Twin Cities awards 617 degrees per year to graduating Computer Science students....view more Acceptance Rate 79% Annual Degrees Awarded 9 SAT Score 1,250–1,440 Median Starting Salary $69,321
#20 #20 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 231 degrees per year to Computer Science majors....view more Acceptance Rate 67% Annual Degrees Awarded 29 SAT Score 1,280–1,460 Median Starting Salary $67,552
#21 #21 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. George Mason University Fairfax, VA Annually, George Mason University awards around 1093 degrees to those studying Business/Commerce, General, which is the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Information Technology, Computer and Information Sciences, General, Psychology, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 86% Annual Degrees Awarded 53 SAT Score 1,170–1,380 Median Starting Salary $65,827
#22 #22 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. University of Houston-Clear Lake Houston, TX At the University of Houston-Clear Lake, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other, Psychology, General, Education, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 92% Annual Degrees Awarded 31 SAT Score 980–1,170 Median Starting Salary $64,142
#23 #23 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. University of Scranton Scranton, PA At the University of Scranton, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Kinesiology and Exercise Science, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 80% Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score 1,160–1,330 Median Starting Salary $75,642
#24 #24 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. Kennesaw State University Kennesaw, GA Every year, Kennesaw State University grants about 584 degrees to students studying Psychology, General, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 79% Annual Degrees Awarded 64 SAT Score 1,000–1,240 Median Starting Salary $66,264
#25 #25 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 624 degrees to those majoring in Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology, General, which is the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 65% Annual Degrees Awarded 7 SAT Score 1,170–1,380 Median Starting Salary $65,536
#26 #26 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. University of Detroit Mercy Detroit, MI Every year, the University of Detroit Mercy grants around 460 degrees to students majoring in Engineering, General, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 75% Annual Degrees Awarded 8 SAT Score 1,040–1,280 Median Starting Salary $66,269
#27 #27 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, Psychology, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse....view more Acceptance Rate 81% Annual Degrees Awarded 27 SAT Score 1,010–1,220 Median Starting Salary $71,874
#28 #28 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. Loyola University Chicago Chicago, IL Annually, Loyola University Chicago grants around 266 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 75% Annual Degrees Awarded 12 SAT Score 1,160–1,370 Median Starting Salary $68,345
#29 #29 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. Saint Louis University Saint Louis, MO At Saint Louis University, the most popular majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. In fact, Saint Louis University awards 162 degrees annually to graduating Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse students....view more Acceptance Rate 75% Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score 1,140–1,370 Median Starting Salary $70,350
#30 #30 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. New Jersey Institute of Technology Newark, NJ At New Jersey Institute of Technology, the most popular majors students pursue are Computer and Information Sciences, General, Information Technology, and Mechanical Engineering....view more Acceptance Rate 67% Annual Degrees Awarded 7 SAT Score 1,230–1,450 Median Starting Salary $61,555
#31 #31 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. DePaul University Chicago, IL At DePaul University, the three most popular college majors students study are Cinematography and Film/Video Production, Finance, General, Psychology, and General. In fact, DePaul University grants 313 degrees every year to graduating Cinematography and Film/Video Production students....view more Acceptance Rate 88% Annual Degrees Awarded 20 SAT Score 1,160–1,360 Median Starting Salary $68,645
#32 #32 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. University of Utah Salt Lake City, UT At the University of Utah, the most popular majors students study are Research and Experimental Psychology, Other, Computer Science, Communication, and General. In fact, the University of Utah awards 472 degrees every year to Research and Experimental Psychology, Other majors....view more Acceptance Rate 90% Annual Degrees Awarded 29 SAT Score 1,110–1,340 Median Starting Salary $64,329
#33 #33 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, Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General, and Speech Communication and Rhetoric....view more Acceptance Rate 87% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score 1,130–1,310 Median Starting Salary $71,935
#34 #34 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. University of Wisconsin-La Crosse La Crosse, WI Each year, the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse grants about 246 degrees to those majoring in Kinesiology and Exercise Science, the institution’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Psychology, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Finance, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 80% Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score 1,120–1,290 Median Starting Salary $73,057
#35 #35 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. Mercer University Macon, GA Each year, Mercer University grants around 156 degrees to those majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Engineering, General, Psychology, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 64% Annual Degrees Awarded 12 SAT Score 1,170–1,360 Median Starting Salary $64,748
#36 #36 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. Illinois Institute of Technology Chicago, IL At Illinois Institute of Technology, the most popular majors students pursue are Computer Science, Architectural and Building Sciences/Technology, and Mechanical Engineering. In fact, Illinois Institute of Technology grants 111 degrees per year to graduating Computer Science students....view more Acceptance Rate 62% Annual Degrees Awarded 27 SAT Score 1,220–1,430 Median Starting Salary $61,200
#37 #37 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. University of Arizona Tucson, AZ Every year, the University of Arizona awards around 545 degrees to students majoring in Psychology, General, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 84% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 1,060–1,320 Median Starting Salary $65,773
#38 #38 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. West Virginia University Morgantown, WV Each year, West Virginia University awards about 187 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Psychology, General, General Studies, Health and Physical Education/Fitness, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 85% Annual Degrees Awarded 15 SAT Score 1,020–1,220 Median Starting Salary $68,588
#39 #39 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. Texas Tech University Lubbock, TX At Texas Tech University, the three most popular college majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences, General, Psychology, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 69% Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score 1,110–1,280 Median Starting Salary $67,078
#40 #40 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. Gannon University Erie, PA Every year, Gannon University awards around 64 degrees to students studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Health/Medical Preparatory Programs, Other, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Finance, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 74% Annual Degrees Awarded 9 SAT Score 1,060–1,290 Median Starting Salary $71,317
#41 #41 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. North Dakota State University Fargo, ND Each year, North Dakota State University awards around 191 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 95% Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score 1,010–1,210 Median Starting Salary $72,053
#42 #42 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. Florida Institute of Technology Melbourne, FL Every year, Florida Institute of Technology grants around 116 degrees to students studying Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology, General, which is the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 58% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score 1,140–1,330 Median Starting Salary $60,753
#43 #43 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. Pace University New York, NY Every year, Pace University grants about 205 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Mass Communication/Media Studies, Finance, General, Research and Experimental Psychology, and Other....view more Acceptance Rate 78% Annual Degrees Awarded 10 SAT Score 1,180–1,370 Median Starting Salary $68,813
#44 #44 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. Cleveland State University Cleveland, OH Annually, Cleveland State University awards around 180 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 91% Annual Degrees Awarded 30 SAT Score 930–1,210 Median Starting Salary $65,187
#45 #45 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. East Carolina University Greenville, NC Annually, East Carolina University grants around 366 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 90% Annual Degrees Awarded 12 SAT Score 940–1,190 Median Starting Salary $68,657
#46 #46 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, Marketing/Marketing Management, and General. In fact, Washington State University awards 436 degrees every year to Psychology, General majors....view more Acceptance Rate 86% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 990–1,280 Median Starting Salary $66,749
#47 #47 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. Regis University Denver, CO At Regis University, the three most popular college majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, General, and Computer Science....view more Acceptance Rate 85% Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score 1,140–1,310 Median Starting Salary $66,462
#48 #48 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. The University of Texas at El Paso El Paso, TX Every year, The University of Texas at El Paso grants around 378 degrees to those majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 100% Annual Degrees Awarded 21 SAT Score 850–1,100 Median Starting Salary $65,009
#49 #49 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 2635 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 80% Annual Degrees Awarded 29 SAT Score 1,010–1,250 Median Starting Salary $65,409
#50 #50 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. Saint Xavier University Chicago, IL Each year, Saint Xavier University awards around 135 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the institution’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Psychology, General, Business/Commerce, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 84% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 960–1,140 Median Starting Salary $67,285
#51 #51 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. Central Connecticut State University New Britain, CT Every year, Central Connecticut State University awards about 123 degrees to those studying Psychology, General, the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Criminology, Computer and Information Sciences, General, Finance, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 79% Annual Degrees Awarded 7 SAT Score 890–1,150 Median Starting Salary $67,837
#52 #52 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. California State University-Northridge Northridge, CA At California State University-Northridge, the three most popular college majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, and Radio and Television....view more Acceptance Rate 92% Annual Degrees Awarded 10 SAT Score 900–1,110 Median Starting Salary $64,930
#53 #53 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. Grand Canyon University Phoenix, AZ Every year, Grand Canyon University grants around 3491 degrees to students studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 79% Annual Degrees Awarded 18 SAT Score 1,030–1,120 Median Starting Salary $68,416
#54 #54 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. California State University-Sacramento Sacramento, CA Each year, California State University-Sacramento grants about 1011 degrees to students studying Business Administration and Management, General, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 94% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 900–1,130 Median Starting Salary $65,729
#55 #55 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 Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, General, Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, and Other....view more Acceptance Rate 95% Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score 940–1,220 Median Starting Salary $69,213
#56 #56 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. Western Governors University Salt Lake City, UT Each year, Western Governors University grants about 4940 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 45% Annual Degrees Awarded 8 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $68,416
#57 #57 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. Northeastern University Oakland Oakland, CA Every year, Northeastern University Oakland grants around 3 degrees to those studying Fine/Studio Arts, General, which is the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Digital Arts, Political Science and Government, General, Human Services, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 17% Annual Degrees Awarded 20 SAT Score 1,430–1,510 Median Starting Salary $65,094
#58 #58 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. American National University-Louisville Louisville, KY At American National University-Louisville, only one major is offered: Health/Health Care Administration/Management....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $68,416
#59 #59 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, Digital Arts, Audiovisual Communications Technologies/Technicians, and Other. In fact, Full Sail University grants 483 degrees every year to Human Computer Interaction majors....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 20 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $68,416
#60 #60 Best College for Computer Software Engineering in the U.S. Walden University Minneapolis, MN Each year, Walden University grants around 423 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Social Work, Early Childhood Education and Teaching, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 100% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score -- 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 2,817 Computer Software Engineering degrees granted each year at the Masters degree level, men make up 66% percent and women make up 34% percent of the area of study. Did you know that Massachusetts has more students being awarded a degree in Computer Software Engineering than any other state? In fact, Massachusetts awarded 1,284 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.

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Careers

The highest paying careers for Computer Software Engineering majors include Architectural and Engineering Managers, Database Architects and Software Developers. 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 Software Developers, Architectural and Engineering Managers and Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers.

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

2,817

Female Students

965 (34%)

Male Students

1,852 (65%)

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

6%

1246

1,440–1,530

$67,534

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

11%

227

1,500–1,580

$68,471

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

80%

196

990–1,290

$64,022

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

78%

100

1,110–1,310

$69,707

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

4%

35

1,460–1,560

$59,446

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

51%

55

1,370–1,500

$72,259

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

97%

11

980–1,160

$64,674

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

29%

52

1,240–1,440

$62,629

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

88%

69

840–1,080

$64,912

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

98%

15

950–1,180

$68,416

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

28%

14

1,420–1,520

$73,356

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

25%

13

1,290–1,400

$79,037

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

11%

3

1,460–1,540

$68,604

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

93%

84

1,060–1,260

$63,449

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

48%

17

1,370–1,490

$66,966

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

70%

41

1,270–1,450