About the Computer Science Program
You Can Keep Your Head in the Clouds with a Career in Computer Science
The fast-paced field of computer science is dynamic and ever-evolving as new technology emerges, becomes mainstream, then shifts yet again. We start with required core classes across computer programming, operating systems, databases and networking, and computer architecture. Depending on career interests and skill sets, students can specialize in software, gaming, and mobile app development as well as cloud computing.
Santa Monica College is one of 19 Los Angeles Community Colleges that has received the Amazon Web Services (AWS) Educate grant, which provides high school and college students with education and training in cloud computing. Increasingly, companies are moving to data centers, hybrid environments, and the cloud, creating competitive, yet attractive job prospects. Gain hands-on experience, proficiency, and access to a vast library of learning materials, all designed to help you master essential cloud computing skills.
With on-campus and fully online program options, SMC offers a format that works for you.
Find the path that fits your personal needs and professional goals:
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Potential Career Options
Job Title |
Typical Education |
Median Wage |
Computer and Information Systems Managers |
Bachelor's Degree |
$144,840 |
Computer and Information Research Scientists |
Master's or Professional Degree |
$115,670 |
Computer Systems Analysts
|
Bachelor's Degree |
$89,801 |
Computer Programmers |
Bachelor's Degree |
$82,974 |
Software Developers, Applications |
Bachelor's Degree |
$105,329 |
Software Developers, Systems Software |
Bachelor's Degree |
$117,262 |
Web Developers |
Bachelor's Degree |
$62,189 |
Database Administrators |
Bachelor's Degree |
$98,072 |
Network and Computer Systems Administrators |
Bachelor's Degree |
$87,432 |
Computer Network Architects |
N/A |
$118,105 |
Computer User Support Specialists |
Bachelor's Degree |
$55,157 |
Computer Network Support Specialists |
Bachelor's Degree |
$69,824 |
Software Quality Assurance Engineers and Testers |
Bachelor's Degree |
$75,813 |
Computer Systems Engineers/Architects |
Bachelor's Degree |
$75,813 |
Web Administrators |
Bachelor's Degree |
$75,813 |
Database Architects |
Bachelor's Degree |
$75,813 |
Data Warehousing Specialists |
N/A |
$75,813 |
Business Intelligence Analysts |
Bachelor's Degree |
$75,813 |
Information Technology Project Managers |
Bachelor's Degree |
$75,813 |
Clinical Data Managers |
Bachelor's Degree |
$73,137 |
Computer Hardware Engineers |
Bachelor's Degree |
$135,975 |
Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary |
Master's or Professional Degree |
$84,429 |
Computer Operators |
Associate Degree |
$52,458 |