Virginia · Computational Science

Best Computational Science institutions in Virginia, 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
IPEDS 2026
Avg graduation rate
68%
IPEDS 2026
State pay · Data Scientists
$132,230
BLS OEWS 2024

1 institutions offering Computational Science in Virginia

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

#InstitutionGrad earnings (1 yr)CompletionsGrad rateNet priceMedian debt
1George Mason University
Fairfax Public
168%

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 Virginia

Jobs in Virginia
6,200
BLS OEWS May 2024
State average pay
$132,230
median $126,070
Best-paying metro
$127,090
Richmond, VA

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$132,230 avg · 6,200 jobs
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$113,730 avg · 4,210 jobs
Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary
$129,930 avg · 1,970 jobs

Common questions

Answers for students comparing Computational Science programs in Virginia.

How much do Data Scientists earn in Virginia?+

The average annual wage for Data Scientists in Virginia is $132,230 (median $126,070), across about 6,200 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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