Information Technology at Marshall University
If you are interested in studying Information Technology, consider the program at Marshall University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Marshall University is located in Huntington, WV.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 22 information technology degrees were granted at Marshall University.
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Online Class Availability at Marshall University
Online coursework is an option at Marshall University. Among 11,958 students, 2,413 (20%) studied exclusively online and 4,563 (38%) took at least some classes online.
Information Technology Rankings at Marshall University
Use these rankings to compare Marshall University’s Information Technology program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | West Virginia | #5 of 9 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | West Virginia | #6 of 9 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #55 of 140 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #121 of 142 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #236 of 630 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #568 of 637 |
Earnings for Information Technology Graduates from Marshall University
Those who finish Marshall University’s Information Technology program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $35,036 |
| 2 years | $33,993 |
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Information Technology graduates from Marshall University comes in at $28,375.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the composition of Information Technology graduates at Marshall University, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Information Technology graduates at Marshall University are 27% women (6) and 73% men (16).
Information Technology Bachelor’s Program at Marshall University
Of the 18 bachelor’s information technology graduates at Marshall University, 28% were women (5) and 72% were men (13).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Information Technology bachelor’s degree recipients at Marshall University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 17 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
Minority students account for 6% of Information Technology bachelor’s degree recipients at Marshall University, below the national average of 39%.*
Information Technology Master’s Program at Marshall University
Of the 4 master’s information technology graduates at Marshall University, 25% were women (1) and 75% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Information Technology master’s degree recipients at Marshall University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Minority students account for 25% of Information Technology master’s degree recipients at Marshall University, lower than 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 Marshall University
This Information Technology program at Marshall University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Computer & IS Security | 22 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Information Technology Graduates
Those who complete Information Technology program at Marshall University work across a variety of fields. Below are the best-paid careers for Information Technology majors, 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.