Recent graduates told BI they have sent hundreds of job applications with little response. Some are choosing to pursue a "panic master's" degree to delay their job search. AdvertisementA computer science degree has become an increasingly popular choice for students seeking a six-figure job in Big Tech out of college. According to data from PayScale published last year, employees with a master of science degree make an average base salary of $112,000, compared to $72,000 for those with a bachelor's degree in computer science. "It just might not be a cushy tech job that all of us have been raised to think about."

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