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Best Computer Science Schools in California
Top Computer Science programs in California ranked by national standing and graduate earnings -- updated 2026.
Programs listed: 39
Avg major earnings: $136,521
Top Computer Science Programs in California
Nationally ranked schools appear first. Earnings reflect graduates of this specific major.
| # | School | 4yr Earnings |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Stanford University #3 national | $200,950 |
| 2 | Caltech #5 national | N/A |
| 3 | Pomona College #13 national | N/A |
| 4 | USC #26 national | $143,152 |
| 5 | UC Berkeley #36 national | $178,867 |
| 6 | UC Irvine #47 national | $111,041 |
| 7 | UC Santa Barbara #48 national | $118,830 |
| 8 | Cal Poly SLO #52 national | N/A |
| 9 | UC San Diego #57 national | $131,731 |
| 10 | Harvey Mudd College #72 national | $183,524 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Excludes for-profit institutions.
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