Computer & Information Sciences at Cornell University
If you are interested in studying Computer & Information Sciences, consider the program at Cornell University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Cornell University sits in Ithaca, NY.
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Online & Distance Learning at Cornell University
Distance learning is available at Cornell University. Of 26,793 students, 527 (2%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,572 (6%) took at least some classes online.
Computer & Information Sciences Rankings at Cornell University
Use these rankings to compare Cornell University’s Computer & Information Sciences program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #1 of 103 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #3 of 277 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #6 of 1,619 |
| Best Value | New York | #81 of 101 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #228 of 273 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1453 of 1,600 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #1 of 103 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #3 of 277 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #6 of 1,619 |
| Best Value | New York | #81 of 101 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #228 of 273 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1453 of 1,600 |
Earnings for Computer & Information Sciences Graduates from Cornell University
Students who complete Cornell 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 | $121,146 |
| 2 years | $112,152 |
| 3 years | $138,047 |
| 4 years | $167,517 |
| 5 years | $206,065 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, Computer & Information Sciences graduates from Cornell University take home a median $167,517, compared with $118,994 for all Cornell University graduates — about 41% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Computer & Information Sciences graduates from Cornell University comes in at $15,099.
Highest-Paying Careers for Computer & Information Sciences Graduates
Those who complete Computer & Information Sciences program at Cornell University go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the top-paying 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.