Computer Science
Bachelor's degree · Carleton College · Northfield, MN
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Computer Science at Carleton College earn a median of $88,132 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $107,009 four years after graduating (middle half: $74,830–$152,038). Median debt is $18,254, about 21% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Computer Science (Bachelor's degree) at other Minnesota schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Minnesota-Twin Cities Minneapolis | $82,861 | $18,577 |
| St Olaf College Northfield | $82,278 | $23,125 |
| University of St Thomas Saint Paul | $73,301 | $22,454 |
| University of Minnesota-Duluth Duluth | $73,224 | $21,500 |
| Concordia University-Saint Paul Saint Paul | $72,875 | $27,754 |
| Metropolitan State University Saint Paul | $72,865 | $19,287 |
| Saint Johns University Collegeville | $69,964 | $24,384 |
| Winona State University Winona | $65,817 | $19,874 |
| Saint Cloud State University Saint Cloud | $63,287 | $25,463 |
| Augsburg University Minneapolis | $63,065 | $23,766 |
| University of Minnesota-Morris Morris | $55,441 | $18,786 |
| Rasmussen University-Minnesota St. Cloud | $53,832 | $28,113 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Computer Science graduates from Carleton College make?
The median salary is $88,132 one year after graduation and $121,569 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $18,254.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.