Computer & Information Sciences at Ferris State University
If you plan to study Computer & Information Sciences, you may want to check out the program at Ferris State University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Ferris State University is located in Big Rapids, MI.
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Online Class Availability at Ferris State University
Distance learning is available at Ferris State University. Of 9,959 students, 1,655 (17%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 3,138 (32%) took at least some classes online.
Computer & Information Sciences Rankings at Ferris State University
Rankings can help you compare Ferris State University’s Computer & Information Sciences program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Michigan | #9 of 40 |
| Best Value | Michigan | #14 of 39 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #66 of 220 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #90 of 217 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #464 of 1,619 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #635 of 1,600 |
Earnings for Computer & Information Sciences Graduates from Ferris State University
Those who finish Ferris 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 | $55,216 |
| 2 years | $52,008 |
| 3 years | $64,816 |
| 4 years | $68,778 |
| 5 years | $77,840 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, Computer & Information Sciences graduates from Ferris State University take home a median $68,778, compared with $62,925 for all Ferris State University graduates — about 9% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Computer & Information Sciences graduates from Ferris State University is $27,406.
Top-Paying Careers for Computer & Information Sciences Graduates
Graduates of the Computer & Information Sciences program at Ferris State University go on to a range of careers. Below are 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
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