Information Technology at Ferris State University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Information Technology, take a look at what Ferris State University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Ferris State University is located in Big Rapids, MI.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 69 information technology degrees were granted at Ferris State University.
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Online Class Availability at Ferris State University
Online coursework is an option at Ferris State University. Among 9,959 students, 1,655 (17%) studied exclusively online and 3,138 (32%) took at least some classes online.
Information Technology Rankings at Ferris State University
Rankings can help you compare Ferris State University’s Information Technology program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Michigan | #9 of 25 |
| Best Value | Michigan | #13 of 25 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #28 of 101 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #61 of 102 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #165 of 637 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #289 of 630 |
Earnings for Information Technology Graduates from Ferris State University
Students who complete Ferris State University’s Information Technology program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $55,898 |
| 2 years | $52,107 |
| 3 years | $65,014 |
| 4 years | $69,490 |
| 5 years | $80,089 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Information Technology graduates from Ferris State University report median earnings of $69,490, compared with $62,925 for all Ferris State University graduates — about 10% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Information Technology graduates from Ferris State University is $27,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of Information Technology graduates at Ferris State University, by degree type.
Program-wide, Information Technology graduates at Ferris State University are 23% women (16) and 77% men (53).
Information Technology Associate’s Program at Ferris State University
Of the 2 associate’s information technology degrees awarded at Ferris State University, 0% were women (0) and 100% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Information Technology associate’s degree recipients at Ferris State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
Information Technology Bachelor’s Program at Ferris State University
Among the 32 bachelor’s information technology graduates at Ferris State University, 19% were women (6) and 81% were men (26).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Information Technology bachelor’s degree recipients at Ferris State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 29 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 6% of Information Technology bachelor’s degree recipients at Ferris State University, lower than the national average of 39%.*
Information Technology Master’s Program at Ferris State University
Of the 18 master’s information technology graduates at Ferris State University, 28% were women (5) and 72% were men (13).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Information Technology master’s degree recipients at Ferris State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 14 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 11% of Information Technology master’s degree recipients at Ferris State University, below the national average of 27%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Information Technology Concentrations at Ferris State University
The Information Technology program at Ferris State University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Computer & IS Security | 69 |
Best-Paid Careers for Information Technology Graduates
Those who complete Information Technology program at Ferris State University pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the best-paid careers for Information Technology graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Computer and Information Systems Managers | $175,079 |
| Wind Energy Development Managers | $169,952 |
| Loss Prevention Managers | $165,723 |
| 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 |
| 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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