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Computer Science at University of Connecticut

Storrs, CT · Public · Bachelor's Degree

DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case) — assumes in-state tuition

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $79,605/yr (8% vs median)

AI Risk Very High (72% exposed)

Job Market Very Large (295,800 openings/yr)

ROI 14.5x earnings multiple (6.9x out-of-state)

Ranked #82 of 345 Computer Science programs Top 25%

How AI Changes the Outlook

Three scenarios based on how aggressively AI disrupts the career paths available to Computer Science graduates.

	Optimistic No Disruption	Base Case Gradual AI	Pessimistic Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings	$1,253K	$1,184K	$844K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	15.4x	14.5x	10.4x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	7.3x	6.9x	4.9x
Probability of Field Employment	80%	73%	40%
DegreeOutlook Score	86	85	78

10-Year Earnings Projection

*Year 1 uses actual reported earnings. Scenarios diverge as AI impact compounds over time.

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$81,464

Out-of-state: $172,136 (6.9x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$91,544

-12% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$25,000

3.8 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$128,072

61% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

Graduates earn $79,605/yr, edging above the $73,713 national average for Computer Science — a modest premium that suggests solid regional demand.

Every dollar of in-state tuition returns an estimated 14.5x in decade earnings — an exceptional ratio that places this among the highest-ROI Computer Science programs nationally.

The 33% gap between optimistic and pessimistic AI scenarios is notable. With 72% of typical tasks exposed to automation, AI adoption could meaningfully shift career outcomes for Computer Science graduates.

At $25,000 in median debt against $79,605 in first-year earnings, graduates can expect to clear their loan balance in under six months of full earnings.

At #82 of 345 nationally, this is a top-5% Computer Science program. Financial outcomes consistently outperform the vast majority of peers.

Five-year earnings of $128,072 show a 61% jump from the $79,605 starting point — strong upward trajectory suggesting real career acceleration.

About University of Connecticut

With a 54% acceptance rate, University of Connecticut is moderately selective, serving 19,147 students in Storrs, CT.

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Top Career Paths

Computer and information systems managers $171,200/yr

Computer and information research scientists $140,910/yr

Database architects $135,980/yr

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the DegreeOutlook Score for Computer Science at University of Connecticut?

This program scores 85/100 — placing it among the stronger programs for Computer Science nationally. The score reflects above-average earnings, manageable AI risk, and solid financial return.

Will AI replace Computer Science careers?

With 72% of typical job tasks exposed to AI, this is one of the higher-risk fields. Our pessimistic scenario projects $843,557 in decade earnings vs $1,253,336 in the optimistic case — a meaningful gap.

What makes University of Connecticut's Computer Science program stand out?

Ranked #82 of 345 programs nationally, University of Connecticut lands in the top 25%. The ranking reflects a combination of graduate earnings, return on investment, and job market alignment.

Scores use College Scorecard earnings, BLS employment projections, and AI task-exposure research. See full methodology →