Arkansas · Computational Science

Best institutions to study Computational Science in Arkansas

Computational Science is an interdisciplinary program that focuses on using advanced computing capabilities to tackle complex scientific problems. This field combines elements of computer science, mathematics, and various scientific…

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Institutions
2
offering CIP 30.30
States offered
31
with a program page
Degrees / yr
44
IPEDS completions 2024–25
Median grad earnings
—
1 year after graduation
With earnings data
0
College Scorecard
Median net price
—
IPEDS 2024–25
Avg graduation rate
63%
IPEDS 2024–25
State pay · Computer Programmers
$112,070
BLS OEWS May 2025

2 institutions offering Computational Science in Arkansas

Graduate earnings are not yet reported for these institutions; ordered by completions.

#InstitutionGrad earnings (1 yr)CompletionsGrad rateNet priceMedian debt
1University of Arkansas
Fayetteville Public
—4271%——
2Arkansas State University
Jonesboro Public
—255%——

Career outlook

What this program leads to: Computer Programmers (SOC 15-1251).

Projected growth (2024–2034)
+33.5%
Much faster than average
Openings / yr (US)
~23,400
BLS Employment Projections
US median wage
$112,590
typically Bachelor's degree

What Computer Programmers earn in Arkansas

Jobs in Arkansas
1,050
BLS OEWS May 2025
State average pay
$112,070
median $111,840
Best-paying metro
$130,080
Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers, AR

Related careers

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$87,980 avg · 1,120 jobs
Computer Programmers
$112,070 avg · 1,050 jobs
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$116,320 avg · 530 jobs
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$58,290 avg · 160 jobs

Common questions

Answers for students comparing Computational Science programs in Arkansas.

How much do Computer Programmers earn in Arkansas?+

The average annual wage for Computer Programmers in Arkansas is $112,070 (median $111,840), across about 1,050 jobs. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025.

What is the focus of the Computational Science program?+

Computational Science is an interdisciplinary program that focuses on using advanced computing capabilities to tackle complex scientific problems. This field combines elements of computer science, mathematics, and various scientific…

What is the job outlook for Computer Programmers?+

The national job outlook is about +33.5% growth with around 23,400 annual openings (BLS Employment Projections 2024–2034).

What is the typical education requirement?+

A Bachelor's degree is the typical entry-level education for this field (BLS).

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IPEDSFall 2025–26 release, published July 28, 2026
Enrollment, completions, graduation rates, tuition, financial aid, staffing, and finance for every U.S. institution in federal student aid programs.
National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education
College ScorecardJune 10, 2026 release (merged 2025–26 files)
Institution and field-of-study costs, graduate earnings, debt, completion, and admissions outcomes compiled from federal aid records, tax data, and IPEDS.
U.S. Department of Education
PSEO graduate earnings2019–21 graduation cohorts (release V4.13.0)
Earnings and employment outcomes of graduates by institution, degree level, and field of study, measured from state wage records.
U.S. Census Bureau (LEHD)
BLS wages & outlookOEWS May 2025 release
Occupational employment and wage estimates plus 10-year job outlook, used to connect programs to real-world earnings.
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
FVT/GE program performanceProvisional preview, May 18, 2026 release
Program-level debt-to-earnings and earnings-premium measures behind the FVT/GE and STATS accountability frameworks.
U.S. Department of Education
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