Computer Scientist

Starting Salary

$62,120
NC Triangle area

Median Annual Wage

$103,991
NC Triangle area
37
% Master's degree
35
% Bachelor's degree

Job Outlook

+39%
NC Triangle area

Annual Job Openings

139
NC Triangle area

Conduct research into fundamental computer and information science as theorists, designers, or inventors. Develop solutions to problems in the field of computer hardware and software.

Students who wish to pursue a bachelor's degree in Computer Science should complete the Associate in Science (AS) degree which will transfer to all UNC System schools, most North Carolina independent colleges and universities, and most out of state institutions.