Computer and Information Sciences at Temple University

Temple University's Computer Science program significantly outperforms both national and state expectations, ranking in the 80th percentile among Pennsylvania programs—a particularly impressive feat given the state's competitive tech landscape. With first-year earnings of $73,393, graduates earn nearly $16,000 more than the typical Pennsylvania CS graduate and $12,000 above the national median. Among the 62 schools offering this program in Pennsylvania, Temple sits comfortably in the top tier, though still behind elite institutions like Penn and Swarthmore.

The financial picture is equally compelling. At $26,000 in median debt, students borrow roughly the national average but $1,000 less than typical Pennsylvania CS programs. This creates a favorable debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.35, meaning graduates can expect to earn nearly three times their debt in their first year alone. The 24% earnings growth to $90,875 by year four demonstrates strong career trajectory potential.

For parents considering Temple's accessible 83% admission rate alongside these strong outcomes, this represents excellent value. Your child would join a program that consistently produces graduates who out-earn their peers across both Pennsylvania and the nation, while taking on manageable debt levels that won't constrain post-graduation choices.