Computer Science at University of Wyoming

University of Wyoming's Computer Science program delivers something increasingly rare: remarkably low debt paired with solid starting salaries. Graduates leave with just $14,250 in debt—far below the national median of $23,374 for CS programs—while earning $71,664 their first year out. That 0.20 debt-to-earnings ratio means students can pay off their loans with roughly two and a half months of their first-year salary, giving them financial flexibility that peers at other schools won't have for years.

The earnings trajectory is more modest than typical for computer science, with graduates reaching $73,496 by year four—about 3% growth compared to the double-digit increases many CS programs show. This puts Wyoming in the middle of the pack nationally (52nd percentile), though it's worth noting the state has limited comparison points given UW is the only four-year school offering this degree in Wyoming. The slight earnings bump suggests graduates may need to pursue opportunities outside Wyoming or specialize further to see the salary acceleration typical of tech careers.

For Wyoming families, particularly those concerned about debt burden, this program offers a practical path into tech without the financial strain. The real question is whether your student can leverage that clean balance sheet to relocate or pursue graduate work if ambitious salary growth is important to them.