Computer Science

Master's degree · Cornell University · Ithaca, NY

CIP 11.07

$153,588Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$235,762Median earnings 4 years after
$224,974Median earnings 5 years after
$34,528Median federal debt
290Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the master's degree program in Computer Science at Cornell University earn a median of $153,588 one year after completing the program. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $145,571 four years after graduating (middle half: $108,475–$208,641). Median debt is $34,528, about 22% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

Computer Science (Master's degree) at other New York schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
Columbia University in the City of New York
New York
$161,851$41,000
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Troy
$125,338—
New York University
New York
$108,067$30,925
Pace University
New York
$95,004$38,240

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Computer Science graduates from Cornell University make?

The median salary is $153,588 one year after graduation and $224,974 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $34,528.

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