Computer and Information Sciences at La Sierra University

Computer science programs in California range dramatically—from UCLA's $136,000 first-year outcomes to a statewide median around $54,000. La Sierra's estimated earnings of roughly $54,000 place it squarely in the middle of this spread, though well below the national median of $61,000 for computer science bachelor's degrees. With estimated debt of $25,000, the debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.46 suggests manageable repayment, falling right at the national median debt level for this field.

The challenge here is visibility. Because La Sierra's actual graduate outcomes aren't reported due to small sample sizes, these figures are derived from comparable California programs. That makes it harder to assess whether La Sierra's specific curriculum, career services, or employer networks deliver value comparable to its peers. The tech industry cares intensely about where you studied and what you built—factors that aggregate state data can't capture. Nearly half of La Sierra students receive Pell grants, suggesting the school serves students who may not have extensive professional networks to compensate for less recognized credentials.

If your child attends, they'll need to aggressively pursue internships and build a portfolio that speaks louder than the degree itself. The estimated debt is reasonable, but the earnings potential depends heavily on what they do beyond coursework to prove their capabilities to California's competitive tech employers.