Computer Software and Media Applications

Master's degree · Carnegie Mellon University · Pittsburgh, PA

CIP 11.08

$70,280Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$113,586Median earnings 4 years after
$101,107Median earnings 5 years after
$111,064Median federal debt
91Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the master's degree program in Computer Software and Media Applications at Carnegie Mellon University earn a median of $70,280 one year after completing the program. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $120,083 four years after graduating (middle half: $84,035–$163,199). Median debt is $111,064, about 158% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.

Computer Software and Media Applications (Master's degree) at other Pennsylvania schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
Robert Morris University
Moon Township
$86,750$33,016
Pennsylvania Western University
California
$75,582—

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Computer Software and Media Applications graduates from Carnegie Mellon University make?

The median salary is $70,280 one year after graduation and $101,107 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $111,064.

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