Computer & Information Sciences at Montana State University
If you plan to study Computer & Information Sciences, consider the program at Montana State University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Montana State University is located in Bozeman, MT.
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Online & Distance Learning at Montana State University
Online coursework is an option at Montana State University. Of 17,135 students, 909 (5%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 2,540 (15%) took at least some classes online.
Computer & Information Sciences Rankings at Montana State University
Rankings can help you compare Montana State University’s Computer & Information Sciences program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Montana | #1 of 2 |
| Best Value | Montana | #2 of 2 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #16 of 56 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #45 of 56 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #551 of 1,619 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1132 of 1,600 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Montana | #1 of 2 |
| Best Value | Montana | #2 of 2 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #16 of 56 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #45 of 56 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #551 of 1,619 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1132 of 1,600 |
Earnings for Computer & Information Sciences Graduates from Montana State University
Graduates of Montana 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 | $69,934 |
| 2 years | $72,325 |
| 3 years | $85,881 |
| 4 years | $116,065 |
| 5 years | $126,082 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Computer & Information Sciences graduates from Montana State University report median earnings of $116,065, compared with $55,032 for all Montana State University graduates — about 111% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Computer & Information Sciences graduates from Montana State University comes in at $22,500.
Top-Paying Careers for Computer & Information Sciences Graduates
Those who complete Computer & Information Sciences program at Montana State University pursue many career paths. The table below ranks 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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