Computer & Information Sciences at George Mason University
If you plan to study Computer & Information Sciences, take a look at what George Mason University. Get started with the following essential facts.
George Mason University is located in Fairfax, VA.
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Online & Distance Learning at George Mason University
Many students take online classes at George Mason University. Of 39,766 students, 7,435 (19%) studied exclusively online and 20,269 (51%) took at least some classes online.
Computer & Information Sciences Rankings at George Mason University
Use these rankings to compare George Mason University’s Computer & Information Sciences program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Virginia | #4 of 40 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #9 of 409 |
| Best Value | Virginia | #14 of 39 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #54 of 1,619 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #280 of 404 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #937 of 1,600 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Virginia | #4 of 40 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #9 of 409 |
| Best Value | Virginia | #14 of 39 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #54 of 1,619 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #280 of 404 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #937 of 1,600 |
Earnings for Computer & Information Sciences Graduates from George Mason University
Students who complete George Mason 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 | $87,935 |
| 2 years | $85,216 |
| 3 years | $99,468 |
| 4 years | $113,780 |
| 5 years | $119,217 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years after graduating, Computer & Information Sciences graduates from George Mason University report median earnings of $113,780, compared with $79,668 for all George Mason University graduates — about 43% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Computer & Information Sciences graduates from George Mason University stands at $23,250.
Top-Paying Careers for Computer & Information Sciences Graduates
Those who complete Computer & Information Sciences program at George Mason University pursue many career paths. Here are the best-paid 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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