Computer & Information Sciences at George Washington University
If you plan to study Computer & Information Sciences, take a look at what George Washington University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
George Washington University is in Washington, DC.
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Studying Online at George Washington University
Many students take online classes at George Washington University. Of 25,374 students, 3,989 (16%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,955 (8%) took at least some classes online.
Computer & Information Sciences Rankings at George Washington University
Rankings can help you compare George Washington University’s Computer & Information Sciences program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | District Of Columbia | #2 of 9 |
| Best Value | District Of Columbia | #5 of 9 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #9 of 277 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #36 of 1,619 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #246 of 273 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1527 of 1,600 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | District Of Columbia | #2 of 9 |
| Best Value | District Of Columbia | #5 of 9 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #9 of 277 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #36 of 1,619 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #246 of 273 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1527 of 1,600 |
Earnings for Computer & Information Sciences Graduates from George Washington University
Those who finish George Washington 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 | $79,625 |
| 2 years | $86,161 |
| 3 years | $99,221 |
| 4 years | $110,878 |
| 5 years | $130,638 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, Computer & Information Sciences graduates from George Washington University earn a median of $110,878, compared with $92,364 for all George Washington University graduates — about 20% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Computer & Information Sciences graduates from George Washington University comes in at $20,714.
Top-Paying Careers for Computer & Information Sciences Graduates
Graduates of the Computer & Information Sciences program at George Washington University pursue many career paths. Below 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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