Computer Science

Undergraduate certificate · Missouri State University-Springfield · Springfield, MO

CIP 11.07

$63,175Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$88,734Median earnings 4 years after

—Median earnings 5 years after

$21,166Median federal debt

20Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the undergraduate certificate program in Computer Science at Missouri State University-Springfield earn a median of $63,175 one year after completing the program. Nationally, undergraduate certificate graduates in this field earn a median of $77,690 four years after graduating (middle half: $34,871–$111,585). Median debt is $21,166, about 34% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Computer Science graduates from Missouri State University-Springfield make?

The median salary is $63,175 one year after graduation.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $21,166.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.