Computer & Information Sciences at Governors State University
If you are interested in studying Computer & Information Sciences, take a look at what Governors State University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Governors State University is in University Park, IL.
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Online & Distance Learning at Governors State University
Online coursework is an option at Governors State University. Of 4,397 students, 1,705 (39%) studied exclusively online and 1,813 (41%) took at least some classes online.
Computer & Information Sciences Rankings at Governors State University
Use these rankings to compare Governors State University’s Computer & Information Sciences program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #16 of 65 |
| Best Value | Illinois | #26 of 65 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #50 of 217 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #70 of 220 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #417 of 1,600 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #483 of 1,619 |
Earnings for Computer & Information Sciences Graduates from Governors State University
Students who complete Governors 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 | $39,245 |
| 2 years | $45,176 |
| 3 years | $45,785 |
| 4 years | $59,076 |
| 5 years | $62,049 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years after graduating, Computer & Information Sciences graduates from Governors State University earn a median of $59,076, compared with $56,614 for all Governors State University graduates — about 4% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Computer & Information Sciences graduates from Governors State University stands at $18,575.
Highest-Paying Careers for Computer & Information Sciences Graduates
Students who finish Computer & Information Sciences program at Governors State University work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks 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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