As a computer science major, you’ll learn algorithmic ways of thinking and study the elements of computing and information technology such as system design, problem specification, programming, and the modeling, analysis and evaluation of complex systems. You’ll also learn the many applications of computing in science, engineering and business, and have the opportunity to take classes and do research in such areas as artificial intelligence, robotics, computational logic, computer architecture, computer graphics, computer vision, computing systems, databases and digital libraries, machine learning, natural language processing, networks, programming languages and compilation, scientific computing, security and theory of computation.
Sample classes
- Advanced Topics in Computer Game Architecture
- Machine Learning
- Cloud Computing
- Algorithmic Game Theory
Outcomes
All information below is based on the 2022 First-Destination Survey. Lists are not exhaustive; rather, they are a sampling of the data. If you would like more information, please email as_careers@cornell.edu
What can you do with a degree in Computer Science?
Graduate school:
In 2022, 29% of computer science majors embarked on graduate school journeys. They pursued various advanced degrees, with 58% focusing on their MEng, 19% working towards an MS, 14% dedicated to a PhD, and more. Their graduate field interest ranges from Computer Science (74%) to Engineering Management (5%) and Information Sciences (5%).
These ambitious individuals have chosen to continue their education at prestigious institutions like Harvard University, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Stanford University, and the University of California, Berkeley.
Employment:
69% of computer science graduates secured employment, and the majority entered sectors in technology (60%) and financial services (19%). Meta and Google were the top 2022 employers.
Where 2022 Computer Science Graduates Work
| Employer | Job Titles |
|---|---|
| Amazon | Software Developer |
| Amazon | Business Analyst |
| Apple | Information Security Product Manager/Engineer |
| Bank of America | Engineer |
| Bloomberg | Software Engineer |
| Capital One | Product Manager |
| Disney Streaming Services | Product Manager |
| Goldman Sachs | Product Manager |
| Software Engineer | |
| Meta | Technical Program Manager |
| Salesforce | Solution Engineer |
| Uber Technologies Inc | Software Engineer |
