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CIP 11.0902 Computer and Information Sciences

Cloud Computing

IPEDS Completions, US Department of Education · 2025

Total graduates

798

2025 · 31 schools

International share

12.2%

97 international students

Bachelor's degrees

514

0.8% international

Master's degrees

132

65.9% international

Overview

Cloud Computing is a rapidly growing field that focuses on the delivery of computing services over the internet, commonly referred to as "the cloud." This technology allows individuals and organizations to access and store data, as well as run applications, without the need for extensive on-premises infrastructure. The core principles of cloud computing include on-demand self-service, broad network access, resource pooling, rapid elasticity, and measured service.

Students pursuing a degree in Cloud Computing will typically engage in a curriculum that includes subjects such as cloud architecture, data storage solutions, virtualization, security, and network management. Hands-on experience with cloud platforms like Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud Platform is often emphasized, as these are the dominant players in the industry.

The importance of cloud computing cannot be overstated, as it enables businesses to scale their operations efficiently, reduce costs, and enhance collaboration among teams. It also plays a crucial role in supporting big data analytics, Internet of Things (IoT) applications, and artificial intelligence (AI) initiatives.

Graduates from Cloud Computing programs can pursue various career paths, including cloud solutions architect, cloud consultant, systems administrator, and DevOps engineer. The demand for skilled professionals in this field is high, given the ongoing digital transformation across industries, making it a promising area for future job growth. Overall, Cloud Computing is an essential component of modern technology infrastructure, providing flexibility, scalability, and innovation.

Graduates by year

Graduates by degree level (first and second majors)

AssociateBachelor'sMaster'sDoctoral

From 2020 to 2025, graduates grew 3,890% and the international share went from 0.0% to 12.2%.

International share (%)
Graduates by group, 2025
White
39.8%
Asian
7.1%
Hispanic
13.2%
Black
13.8%
Other
13.9%
Intl.
12.2%

Colleges that award this degree

In 2025, 31 schools awarded this degree as a first major. The table lists those in the 2027 U.S. News National or Liberal Arts rankings, plus the unranked schools with the most graduates.

RankSchoolStateGraduatesInternational
#59 George Washington University D.C. 35 0
#121 Illinois Institute of Technology Illinois 24 15
#317 Morgan State University Maryland 6 0
LAC #172 Brigham Young University-Idaho Idaho 2 0
LAC #177 Grambling State University Louisiana 5 0
— Western Governors University Utah 440 1
— Campbellsville University Kentucky 73 72
— Purdue University Global Indiana 60 3
— Ivy Tech Community College Indiana 22 0
— Dallas College Texas 17 1
— Fort Hays State University-Northwest Kansas Technical College Kansas 16 1
— Keiser University Florida 10 0
— Laredo College Texas 10 0
— Victoria College Texas 10 0
— Asher College California 10 0
— Dunwoody College of Technology Minnesota 8 0
— Madison Area Technical College Wisconsin 8 1
— Collin County Community College District Texas 8 1
— Macomb Community College Michigan 5 0
— Tarrant County College District Texas 5 1
— Blinn College District Texas 4 0
— Central Texas College Texas 4 0
— Finger Lakes Community College New York 3 0
— Connecticut State Community College Connecticut 2 0
— Central Louisiana Technical Community College Louisiana 2 0
— Delgado Community College Louisiana 2 0
— Delaware County Community College Pennsylvania 2 0
— Lone Star College System Texas 2 1
— Spokane Community College Washington 1 0
— Laurel Technical Institute Pennsylvania 1 0
— Louisiana Delta Community College Louisiana 1 0

Purple: international students are 25% or more of the school's graduates.

Related jobs and pay

OccupationUS employmentMean hourly wageMean annual wage
Software Developers 1,687,890 $71.20 $148,100
Computer Network Architects 179,740 $67.11 $139,580
Computer Network Support Specialists 146,190 $39.36 $81,870
Computer Programmers 92,230 $50.56 $105,170
Database Architects 67,140 $69.44 $144,440
Computer and Information Research Scientists 37,200 $74.00 $153,930
Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary 35,480 — $104,420

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025.

Graduate counts: IPEDS Completions, US Department of Education, 2020–2025. Rankings: 2027 U.S. News.