Computer science involves much more than writing code. It blends technical knowledge —like programming, algorithms and data systems — with soft skills, such as communication and problem-solving.

The booming tech industry has changed the world both for the better and the worse. If you want to join the industry but want to ensure your work has a positive impact, consider pursuing a meaningful ...

Did you know that double majors report higher earnings? They also report greater satisfaction with their college experience. But what are the best double majors for computer science bachelor's degrees ...

When reviewing job growth and salary information, it’s important to remember that actual numbers can vary due to many different factors—like years of experience in the role, industry of employment, ...

Liz Simmons is an education staff writer at Forbes Advisor. She has written about higher education and career development for various online publications since 2016. She earned a master’s degree in ...

A growing number of college graduates in computer science are recentering their ambitions.

A computer science degree has become an increasingly popular choice for students seeking a six-figure job in Big Tech out of college. However, as the tech industry took a sharp turn from pandemic ...

Genevieve Carlton holds a Ph.D. in history from Northwestern University and earned tenure at the University of Louisville. Drawing on over 15 years of experience in higher education, Genevieve ...

Data science is everywhere, a driving force behind modern decisions. When a streaming service suggests a movie, a bank sends a warning about unusual activity on an account, or a weather app predicts ...

As the director of first-year writing at a midsize public university, Melanie Gagich doesn’t know a ton about computer science. But when her institution invited faculty to propose new programs ...

When Alex Diaz decided to major in computer science, he was looking for job security. "I chose computer science for insurance," Diaz, a recent University of Maryland graduate, told BI. "I thought if I ...

Three Northwestern schools represented the University at the ACM Conference on Economics and Computation this month.