Computer & Information Sciences at Appalachian State University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Computer & Information Sciences, consider the program at Appalachian State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Appalachian State University is located in Boone, NC.
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Online & Distance Learning at Appalachian State University
Distance learning is available at Appalachian State University. Of 21,570 students, 2,551 (12%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 9,977 (46%) took at least some classes online.
Computer & Information Sciences Rankings at Appalachian State University
These rankings give you a sense of how Appalachian State University’s Computer & Information Sciences program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | North Carolina | #8 of 62 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #43 of 409 |
| Best Value | North Carolina | #45 of 61 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #255 of 404 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #285 of 1,619 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #895 of 1,600 |
Earnings for Computer & Information Sciences Graduates from Appalachian State University
Graduates of Appalachian State University’s Computer & Information Sciences program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $60,824 |
| 2 years | $60,623 |
| 3 years | $79,392 |
| 4 years | $84,108 |
| 5 years | $102,688 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Computer & Information Sciences graduates from Appalachian State University earn a median of $84,108, compared with $50,311 for all Appalachian State University graduates — about 67% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Computer & Information Sciences graduates from Appalachian State University is $22,500.
Top-Paying Careers for Computer & Information Sciences Graduates
Graduates of the Computer & Information Sciences program at Appalachian State University go on to a range of careers. Here are the best-paid careers for Computer & Information Sciences majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Computer and Information Systems Managers | $175,079 |
| Computer Occupations, All Other | $159,837 |
| Health Informatics Specialists | $156,714 |
| Database Architects | $148,480 |
| Document Management Specialists | $147,490 |
| Business Intelligence Analysts | $143,840 |
| Information Security Engineers | $142,543 |
| Computer Systems Engineers/Architects | $140,795 |
| Web Developers | $125,527 |
| Information Technology Project Managers | $124,655 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
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