Computer Scientist

Starting Salary

$73,229
NC Triangle area

Median Annual Wage

$115,568
NC Triangle area
53
% Bachelor's degree
24
% Master's degree

Job Outlook

+23%
NC Triangle area

Annual Job Openings

66
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.