Computer & Information Sciences at Clemson University
If you plan to study Computer & Information Sciences, you may want to check out the program at Clemson University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Clemson University is in Clemson, SC.
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Online & Distance Learning at Clemson University
Online coursework is an option at Clemson University. Of 29,077 students, 2,046 (7%) studied exclusively online and 9,006 (31%) took at least some classes online.
Computer & Information Sciences Rankings at Clemson University
Use these rankings to compare Clemson University’s Computer & Information Sciences program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | South Carolina | #1 of 32 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #17 of 409 |
| Best Value | South Carolina | #25 of 32 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #99 of 1,619 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #330 of 404 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1171 of 1,600 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | South Carolina | #1 of 32 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #17 of 409 |
| Best Value | South Carolina | #25 of 32 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #99 of 1,619 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #330 of 404 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1171 of 1,600 |
Earnings for Computer & Information Sciences Graduates from Clemson University
Students who complete Clemson University’s Computer & Information Sciences program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $63,996 |
| 2 years | $69,079 |
| 3 years | $82,921 |
| 4 years | $100,006 |
| 5 years | $117,091 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Computer & Information Sciences graduates from Clemson University take home a median $100,006, compared with $66,054 for all Clemson University graduates — about 51% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Computer & Information Sciences graduates from Clemson University is $24,231.
Top-Paying Careers for Computer & Information Sciences Graduates
Students who finish Computer & Information Sciences program at Clemson University go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the top-paying careers for Computer & Information Sciences graduates, 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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