Computer Science

Bachelor's degree · Montana State University · Bozeman, MT

CIP 11.07

$66,918Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$111,728Median earnings 4 years after

$126,082Median earnings 5 years after

$21,750Median federal debt

102Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Computer Science at Montana State University earn a median of $66,918 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 $21,750, about 33% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Computer Science graduates from Montana State University make?

The median salary is $66,918 one year after graduation and $126,082 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $21,750.

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