Computer Science

Associate's degree · South Texas College · McAllen, TX

CIP 11.07

—Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$31,376Median earnings 4 years after

—Median earnings 5 years after

—Median federal debt

61Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the associate's degree program in Computer Science at South Texas College earn a median of $31,376. Nationally, associate's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $62,283 four years after graduating (middle half: $37,466–$91,416).

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Computer Science graduates from South Texas College make?

The median salary is $31,376.

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