Computer & Information Sciences at Michigan Technological University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Computer & Information Sciences, you may want to check out the program at Michigan Technological University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Michigan Technological University is located in Houghton, MI.
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Online & Distance Learning at Michigan Technological University
Many students take online classes at Michigan Technological University. Of 7,403 students, 352 (5%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 490 (7%) took at least some classes online.
Computer & Information Sciences Rankings at Michigan Technological University
Use these rankings to compare Michigan Technological University’s Computer & Information Sciences program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Michigan | #6 of 40 |
| Best Value | Michigan | #22 of 39 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #42 of 220 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #121 of 217 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #303 of 1,619 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #861 of 1,600 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Michigan | #6 of 40 |
| Best Value | Michigan | #22 of 39 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #42 of 220 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #121 of 217 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #303 of 1,619 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #861 of 1,600 |
Earnings for Computer & Information Sciences Graduates from Michigan Technological University
Those who finish Michigan Technological 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 | $70,142 |
| 2 years | $71,903 |
| 3 years | $79,643 |
| 4 years | $86,992 |
| 5 years | $101,775 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Computer & Information Sciences graduates from Michigan Technological University report median earnings of $86,992, compared with $80,904 for all Michigan Technological University graduates — about 8% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Computer & Information Sciences graduates from Michigan Technological University is $25,882.
Highest-Paying Careers for Computer & Information Sciences Graduates
Graduates of the Computer & Information Sciences program at Michigan Technological University go on to a range of careers. Below are the highest-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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