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Computer Science Schools in Kentucky

103 CompSci students earned their degrees in the state in 2020-2021.

As a degree choice, Computer Science is the 80th most popular major in the state.

Education Levels of Computer Science Majors in Kentucky

CompSci majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 64
Master’s Degree 39

Gender Distribution

In Kentucky, a compsci major is more popular with men than with women.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of compsci majors in Kentucky is as follows:

  • Asian: 0.0%
  • Black or African American: 0.0%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 1.9%
  • White: 51.5%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 40.8%
  • Other Races: 5.8%
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Jobs for Computer Science Grads in Kentucky

In this state, there are 18,290 people employed in jobs related to a compsci degree, compared to 2,790,990 nationwide.

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Wages for Computer Science Jobs in Kentucky

In this state, compsci grads earn an average of $80,390. Nationwide, they make an average of $96,200.

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There are 5 colleges in Kentucky that offer compsci degrees. Learn about the most popular 5 below:

#1

Campbellsville University

Campbellsville
34 Degrees in Major Awarded
41% Graduation Rate
12,771 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.43 years to graduate. This private institution charges an average net price of $19,819. In their early career, Campbellsville University grads earn an average salary of $32,356.

28 Degrees in Major Awarded
56% Graduation Rate
9,449 Total Students

79% of the teachers are full time. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $11,736. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 17 to 1.

18 Degrees in Major Awarded
53% Graduation Rate
17,517 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 98% get financial aid. Most students complete their degree in 4.47 years. Graduates earn an average $33,301 after graduation.

#4

Centre College

Danville
17 Degrees in Major Awarded
81% Graduation Rate
1,333 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $44,830 after earning their degree at this institution. Most students complete their degree in 4.03 years. 93% of the teachers are full time.

#5

Northern Kentucky University

Highland Heights
6 Degrees in Major Awarded
44% Graduation Rate
16,211 Total Students

18 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 7.20%. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 97% are considered full time.

Computer Science Careers in KY

Some of the careers compsci majors go into include:

Job Title KY Job Growth KY Median Salary
Software Applications Developers 34% $80,760
Systems Software Developers 22% $80,100
Web Developers 18% $68,000
Computer Network Support Specialists 18% $55,820
Computer and Information Systems Managers 15% $113,960
Computer Workers 11% $78,830
Computer Science Professors 8% $73,870
Computer Programmers -9% $71,410

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to compsci.

Major Annual Graduates in KY
Information Technology 2,193
Computer Information Systems 1,480
Information Science 106
Computer Software Applications 44

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