Personal question but how much do you guys make ? I’m thinking of going back to college for CS but I make 75k a year as a mechanic and wondering if I’ll surpass that ? Im in California for reference , 19M

I'm curious to know what's better in terms of wages.

Hello all! I’m a senior at LSU in the Computer Science program, and I want to go into IT because I discovered I love technology, but hate coding.

My job preference would be around the Houston area.

1. Anyway, would I qualify to skip help desk and go into a Sysadmin, information security, Level 2/3 IT support?

2. If so, what would the pay be like? I hear people on here say help desk is unlivable and extremely low.

This is what I’ll have by the time I graduate:

• BS in Computer Science

-Google IT support Certificate

-Google Cybersecurity Certificate

-2 IT support/ Network Admin internships (8 months combined)

-Not to mention I’m a black female so maybe that’ll help for companies who do diversity hires lol

TLDR: I busted by butt off in this CS program and would hate to get paid less than 50k, will I be able to have a good job after I graduate? (Please don’t say SWE)

Asking people who are working rn after a Bachelor's. How much do you make? What is your specific job role/title? Is the job market extremely bad in terms of looking for a job paying more than 70k annually?

Alright I'm going to preface by saying that this is the 3rd time I've written this post because it keeps getting too long. Sorry if it's still a lil lengthy :/

Hey guys! I'm a soon-to-be college freshman, starting in the fall at a large university that, from what I understand, has a pretty solid CS degree program and I'm starting to seriously consider dual-majoring in CS and Biology. I'm not entirely wanting a CS career for the rest of my life, but I'm going to need money fast after I graduate and, since I'm pretty good at math already, I feel like a CS degree might get me the cash I need.

Basically, I want to be a vet. Specifically, though, I want to be a wildlife vet at a sanctuary, hopefully abroad, meaning I will be paid next to no money for the rest of my life. Also, vet school is normally about as hard and expensive as med school, but without the payout afterwards. Almost every vet on the planet goes into *major* debt trying to get their degree, and many spend the rest of their lives paying it back. It's honestly pretty fucked.

Since I'm good at math, am pretty comfortable with computers, and like money, I'm thinking I might be able to swing a CS degree while in school (side note: I'm going to need damn near straight As to get into vet schools, so please let me know if this plan would actually kill me). My (probably kinda romanticized) idea is that I could work in tech during grad school and maybe pick up occasional projects afterwards to support myself while I pursue my dream of being a vet. Theoretically I don't even need a Bio degree, just the pre-reqs vet schools want. It may also be worth noting that I would be aiming to go to grad school at UC Davis, so I'd be in the proximity of the Bay Area and hopefully would have more opportunities there or within commuting distance than the average city.

The problem: vet schools admissions are cut. throat. In order to get in, most schools require at least a couple hundred hours working with animals, but a solid applicant is expected to have thousands in as many different fields as possible (large animal, clinic, exotic, marine, wildlife...). I'm going to be spending most of my undergrad years trying to get as many vet internships/jobs as possible, and I really don't see anywhere for tech jobs to fit into my schedule. I'm not wanting the Google/Facebook/Microsoft jobs that I think a lot of the people on here are seeking when they graduate, but I would want a job. It just seems like there's so many applicants out there that, even if I'm aiming low, I would lose the race to someone way more qualified trying to figure out a game plan while they wait for their big break. If I'm not going to be able to find a job, or if the job I could qualify for would only pay about as much as a job I could get with my veterinary experience (~$30,000 a year), I just don't think it'd be worth it, so I was hoping for some help figuring this out. A couple questions:

1. What kind of job, if any, could I expect without any experience, apart from my degree?

2. What kind of salary could I get?

3. Are there any other tech-related degrees that would be more useful for my goals than a straight computer science degree; CS Engineering? Cybersecurity? CIS? Software Engineering?

4. Everyone has pushed me towards STEM careers since I'm a girl who's good at math, and that would OBVIOUSLY make it sooooo easy to get hired /s. Would me being a girl actually make any of this easier?

5. Last but not least: would a major even be doable for someone with literally no CS experience? Would I be able to make good grades in it, or would I just burn myself out in the process?

Once again, sorry this got so long, and thanks to anyone who made it all the way to the end. Just lookin' for some advice.

why do they get like 150K+ salaries while we end up getting 70-80k?

Hello!

Realistically, what is the entry level salary for someone who just graduated? I see some posts with people getting paid 120k and 140k etc however as a CS graduate, is this a realistic expectation?

I received my JD and I’m currently in school to get my CS degree. I doubt my JD would be of any benefit to any company but I’m interested to set a realistic expectation for salary range once I graduate.

Edit to add: I am located in central Florida!

I’m a current high school senior trying to make a final college decision, and I’m leaning toward majoring in Computer Science Engineering. One of the biggest factors I’m considering is ROI (OSU is ~$12,000 less than the other school I'm considering, Purdue) — so I wanted to ask those of you already in the field (or recently graduated):

What was your starting salary after graduating with a CS degree?

• What type of company/role did you land (Big Tech, startup, etc.)?

• How long did it take you to find a job after graduation?

• Did you feel your school/preparation made a big difference?

• Is the job market still hot, or has it cooled down recently?

The official numbers from the OSU website list $105K as a starting salary (since I got into the Honors IBE curriculum, I'd most likely be in the top 75th percentile which is where the $105K came from). I wanted to know if that was a realistic number. To clarify, I am passionate about computer science. Just trying to gauge the ROI of OSU compared to Purdue to make a good financial decision.

Thanks!

Based off the salaries I always see posting 100k+ it’s always some computer science background job. I hear it’s a dead field and then I see the salaries. Curious to know what are the thoughts

TL;DR A salary less than 100k is more normal. Don't come into the field expecting 200k in options.

This sub tends to get both ends of the curve and not so much the middle in terms of people. You have people who get 300k total comp new grad offers and you have people who can't find a job after 2 years. Naturally it might prompt some people expect such high salaries. Then some people get bummed out when they don't have high salaries like that and that leads to posts like "Am I not good enough?" Most new grad/entry level salaries in most places is about 60k-80k if you adjust for cost of living. Most companies outside of the big 4/unicorns don't pay these high salaries.

For all the folks who have several years of exp the normal is anywhere from 90k-120k total comp if you adjust for cost of living. Now if you're a director/vp/cto you obviously make more but that's a very small percentage of people.

Furthermore, people need to calm their tits when they get these offers and they assume they won't make it. If you're single you really only need about 25-30k to survive. Anything more is just spending money. For folks with a partner you only need about 30-35k, + 10k ish for each child.

Don't let the fact that you don't make a high salary affect your morale or your confidence.

What job did you land, how much are you making and where did you go post secondary?

Assume I'm an average computer science student. What should be my expected starting salary, and what should I expect for an internship? How much of a relocation fee is a reasonable amount to expect? I'm saying this because, in terms of bargaining, I have no idea where I stand and would like some advice. I'm an American in New York, for reference. If you guys have anything near where I live?

I’m just very curious. I’ve seen an average salary of $50-70 000 for software development based jobs. But I’ve also seen so many Reddit posts that makes it seem that $100 000 should be easy if you are good enough.

What is the honest average salary in this field? Does it differ in America compared to Canada?

Thank you for any help

Someone who has experience can you give me an idea of how much out of college graduates are expected to earn and how long until they break into 6 figures?

Let me go into some detail here. After this summer, I'll be starting my freshman year at the University of Toronto (I live in Ontario, Canada) for a Bachelors in Computer Science.

I know what people say, "don't chase after money", but to me, the idea of money is a motivator. Not to be negative, but I don't really have much going for me physically so I need something to win over the ladies (I'm kidding... I hope). Jokes aside, I feel like money is a measure of success, and the thought of all my hard work eventually paying off motivates me, keeps me focused on a goal. Sort of like how almost all life science students want to be a doctor. My definition of success might be different from yours, and I’d be glad to change this mindset, but for now I’d rather focus on my question. Basically, what I’m saying is that I don’t mean to offend anyone who doesn’t make a huge salary, I don’t think any less of you (even if I did… I’m just some kid on the internet, who am I to you? :P) Alright, now that’s all out of the way…

What path would I need to take after receiving a degree in computer science in order to eventually make an annual salary well over 100k (I couldn’t really think of a way to phrase this without sounding like a shallow jerk)? A Masters in Comp Sci? Or do an MBA? I say eventually because I realize seniority and experience play a big role in things like salary, but I hope that it takes no more than 5-10 years o_o. I know it is a profitable field, but I just want to have that dream job to know to aim for. I’ve heard a lot about Silicon Valley, but I’m not sure what the odds are on a Canadian ending up working there. Does it happen often? Working for big name companies like Microsoft or Google seem like great opportunities, but what sorts of positions will help me break six figures? I should probably add, that I realize starting your own company and hitting the jackpot is a way of making it big, but I’m not particularly interested in that sort of thing.

Also, I hear that side projects are very important in this career, and are a great way to stand out. What would you recommend in terms of this? Maybe share any successful side projects you or a friend might have partaken which helped you/them stand out?

Share you knowledge with me!

Also, as a sort of part two to this question, my program offers the following specializations in Computer Science. Basically, you take additional courses based on your specialization (d’uh) :

“The Comprehensive Stream provides a broad and balanced exposure to the discipline. It is the stream best-suited for students planning to pursue graduate study in computer science, but it is also suitable for other career paths. The Software Engineering Stream places a greater emphasis on the engineering side of the discipline, including computer systems and core applications.

The Information Systems Stream has a similar focus as the Software Engineering Stream, but it provides additional exposure to certain aspects of business management. It is of special interest to students wishing to pursue careers in technical management but who have a deep interest in the technology.

The Health Informatics Stream provides a broad perspective of the discipline and exposure to additional subjects, including statistics and social sciences, that are useful for a career as a computer scientist in the health sector.”

As a start, can anyone give me some insight on which specialization is most likely to be the most helpful career wise?

Thank you kindly for reading my post. All answers are appreciated!

I am finishing up my 2 year associate's degree in computer science at my local community college (In Utah, USA). I am aiming to get a job as a junior developer. What kind of salary should I expect to make? How difficult is it to get a (junior) job with just a 2 year degree? I am planning on slowly completing my 4 year as well.

edit: I changed is it difficult to how difficult is it. looking for helpful answers. thanks in advance.

Hi I’m considering to go to csus to continue my education for computer science and I’m just wondering the average salary for graduates as well as their experience and how they got there.

In 2015, I was working as a mechanical engineer in a major city. I had a couple years of experience and was making 70k USD a year. At an alumni event, I spoke with a couple of people who graduated from my school's computer science department, and they all said that they made around 80k with a couple years of experience.

Looking at CS salaries in 2022, I'm finding that entry-level CS jobs in my city pay 100k+, with some new grads earning 200k. During the same time, mechanical engineering salaries increased only slightly.

Exactly when did this jump in salary happen? What caused it?

What were CS salaries like in the 1990s? What were CS salaries like in the first decade of the 2000s?

Is there a graph that shows the rise in CS salaries over time?

Interested in knowing the differences between the pay in Texas A&M and UH straight out of college. Through A&M’s website I was able to find out a median of 90k and an average of 101k straight out of college for a Bachelors Degree.