Computer & Information Sciences at Metropolitan State University
If you are interested in studying Computer & Information Sciences, take a look at what Metropolitan State University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Metropolitan State University is in Saint Paul, MN.
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Online Class Availability at Metropolitan State University
Distance learning is available at Metropolitan State University. Among 6,660 students, 3,119 (47%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 2,324 (35%) took at least some classes online.
Computer & Information Sciences Rankings at Metropolitan State University
Rankings can help you compare Metropolitan State University’s Computer & Information Sciences program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Minnesota | #32 of 43 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Minnesota | #34 of 43 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #103 of 135 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #107 of 137 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #904 of 1,619 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1096 of 1,600 |
Earnings for Computer & Information Sciences Graduates from Metropolitan State University
Those who finish Metropolitan 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 | $58,827 |
| 2 years | $62,375 |
| 3 years | $70,546 |
| 4 years | $83,188 |
| 5 years | $89,789 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Computer & Information Sciences graduates from Metropolitan State University report median earnings of $83,188, compared with $61,812 for all Metropolitan State University graduates — about 35% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Computer & Information Sciences graduates from Metropolitan State University is $30,129.
Best-Paid Careers for Computer & Information Sciences Graduates
Graduates of the Computer & Information Sciences program at Metropolitan State University go on to a range of careers. 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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