Information Science at DePaul University
If you plan to study Information Science, consider the program at DePaul University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
DePaul University is located in Chicago, IL.
During the most recent reporting year, 112 information science degrees were awarded at DePaul University.
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Online & Distance Learning at DePaul University
Online coursework is an option at DePaul University. Among 21,210 students, 2,424 (11%) studied exclusively online and 9,056 (43%) took at least some classes online.
Information Science Rankings at DePaul University
Rankings can help you compare DePaul University’s Information Science program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #5 of 10 |
| Best Value | Illinois | #10 of 10 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #11 of 36 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #36 of 36 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #57 of 212 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #183 of 209 |
Earnings for Information Science Graduates from DePaul University
Graduates of DePaul University’s Information Science program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $76,431 |
| 2 years | $86,867 |
| 3 years | $95,166 |
| 4 years | $103,726 |
| 5 years | $116,422 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Information Science graduates from DePaul University earn a median of $103,726, compared with $71,700 for all DePaul University graduates — about 45% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Information Science graduates from DePaul University comes in at $25,916.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the composition of Information Science graduates at DePaul University, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, Information Science graduates at DePaul University are 38% women (42) and 62% men (70).
Information Science Bachelor’s Program at DePaul University
Of the 18 bachelor’s information science degrees awarded at DePaul University, 17% were women (3) and 83% were men (15).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Information Science bachelor’s degree recipients at DePaul University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 4 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 3 |
| Asian | 9 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 78% of Information Science bachelor’s degree recipients at DePaul University, above the national average of 53%.*
Information Science Master’s Program at DePaul University
Among the 94 master’s information science degrees awarded at DePaul University, 41% were women (39) and 59% were men (55).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Information Science master’s degree recipients at DePaul University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 9 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 8 |
| Asian | 8 |
| International (Nonresident) | 62 |
| Unknown | 6 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 18% of Information Science master’s degree recipients at DePaul University, lower than the national average of 20%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Information Science Concentrations at DePaul University
This Information Science program at DePaul University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Information Science | 112 |
Top-Paying Careers for Information Science Graduates
Graduates of the Information Science program at DePaul University go on to a range of careers. Below are the best-paid careers for Information Science graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Computer and Information Systems Managers | $175,079 |
| Computer Occupations, All Other | $159,837 |
| Database Architects | $148,480 |
| Document Management Specialists | $147,490 |
| Information Security Engineers | $142,543 |
| Computer Systems Engineers/Architects | $140,795 |
| Information Technology Project Managers | $124,655 |
| Blockchain Engineers | $123,667 |
| Digital Forensics Analysts | $119,226 |
| Data Warehousing Specialists | $117,424 |
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.