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Computer Science at University of North Florida

Jacksonville, FL · Public · Bachelor's Degree · Computer and Information Sciences, General

DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case) — assumes in-state tuition

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $61,941/yr (-1% vs median)

AI Risk Very High (69% exposed)

Job Market Very Large (338,800 openings/yr)

ROI 31.3x earnings multiple (9.6x out-of-state)

Ranked #94 of 443 Computer and Information Sciences, General programs Top 25%

How AI Changes the Outlook

Three scenarios based on how aggressively AI disrupts the career paths available to Computer Science graduates.

	Optimistic No Disruption	Base Case Gradual AI	Pessimistic Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings	$828K	$801K	$641K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	32.4x	31.3x	25.1x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	10.0x	9.6x	7.7x
Probability of Field Employment	80%	74%	42%
DegreeOutlook Score	85	84	78

10-Year Earnings Projection

*Year 1 uses actual reported earnings. Scenarios diverge as AI impact compounds over time.

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$25,556

Out-of-state: $83,172 (9.6x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$41,412

-62% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$17,187

3.3 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$85,179

38% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

At $61,941/yr, Computer Science graduates from University of North Florida land near the $62,617 national average — neither a standout nor a red flag.

Every dollar of in-state tuition returns an estimated 31.3x in decade earnings — an exceptional ratio that places this among the highest-ROI Computer Science programs nationally.

Some AI exposure exists in Computer Science's typical career paths, with 69% of job tasks potentially affected. The pessimistic scenario still projects solid returns, with a 23% gap from the optimistic case.

The median debt load of $17,187 represents less than half a year of starting salary — among the lightest debt-to-income ratios we track.

At #94 of 443 nationally, this is a top-5% Computer Science program. Financial outcomes consistently outperform the vast majority of peers.

Earnings grow from $61,941 to $85,179 over five years — a 38% increase that's moderate and in line with typical career progression.

About University of North Florida

University of North Florida accepts 62% of applicants, balancing access with selectivity, serving 13,915 students in Jacksonville, FL.

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Top Career Paths

Computer and information systems managers $171,200/yr

Computer and information research scientists $140,910/yr

Database architects $135,980/yr

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the DegreeOutlook Score for Computer Science at University of North Florida?

This program scores 84/100 — placing it among the stronger programs for Computer Science nationally. The score reflects above-average earnings, manageable AI risk, and solid financial return.

Will AI replace Computer Science careers?

With 69% of typical job tasks exposed to AI, this is one of the higher-risk fields. Our pessimistic scenario projects $641,149 in decade earnings vs $827,788 in the optimistic case — a meaningful gap.

What makes University of North Florida's Computer Science program stand out?

Ranked #94 of 443 programs nationally, University of North Florida lands in the top 25%. The ranking reflects a combination of graduate earnings, return on investment, and job market alignment.

Scores use College Scorecard earnings, BLS employment projections, and AI task-exposure research. See full methodology →