North Carolina · Computational Science

Best Computational Science institutions in North Carolina, ranked by earnings

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…

Institutions
1
offering CIP 30.30
States offered
9
with a program page
Degrees / yr
1
IPEDS completions 2026
Median grad earnings
1 year after graduation
With earnings data
0
College Scorecard
Median net price
$16,260
IPEDS 2026
Avg graduation rate
97%
IPEDS 2026
State pay · Data Scientists
$118,020
BLS OEWS 2024

1 institutions offering Computational Science in North Carolina

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

#InstitutionGrad earnings (1 yr)CompletionsGrad rateNet priceMedian debt
1Duke University
Durham Private not-for-profit
197%$16,260

Career outlook

What this program leads to: Data Scientists (SOC 15-2051).

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 Data Scientists earn in North Carolina

Jobs in North Carolina
10,140
BLS OEWS May 2024
State average pay
$118,020
median $115,380
Best-paying metro
$130,100
Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC

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Common questions

Answers for students comparing Computational Science programs in North Carolina.

How much do Data Scientists earn in North Carolina?+

The average annual wage for Data Scientists in North Carolina is $118,020 (median $115,380), across about 10,140 jobs. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2024.

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 Data Scientists?+

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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