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Coding Bootcamps vs. Computer Science Degrees

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Written by Kayla
Updated over 2 years ago

Computer science degrees can be a great way to start a career in coding — but, they’re not the best fit for everyone. We’ve taken a look at a few of the comparisons and contrasts between CS degrees and one of their alternatives, coding bootcamps. Check out coding bootcamps vs CS degrees below!

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How much to CS degrees cost?

  • Average cost of a computer science degree: $167,9682

  • Average salary of a computer science graduate: $84,0001

  • Average length of computer science degree: 4 years2

How diverse are CS degree programs?

  • Amount of female students in computer science degree programs: 19%3

  • Amount of non-white students in computer science degree programs: 38%4

How much do coding bootcamps cost?

  • Average cost of a coding bootcamp: $12,6433

  • Average salary of a coding bootcamp graduate: $70,6983

  • Average length of a coding bootcamp: 12 weeks5

How diverse are coding bootcamps?

  • Amount of female students in coding bootcamps: 34%3

  • Amount of non-white students in coding bootcamps: 34%3

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