Computer Information Systems at New Mexico State University-Main Campus
If you plan to study Computer Information Systems, consider the program at New Mexico State University-Main Campus. Get started with the following essential facts.
New Mexico State University-Main Campus is located in Las Cruces, NM.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 199 computer information systems degrees were granted at New Mexico State University-Main Campus.
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Online & Distance Learning at New Mexico State University-Main Campus
Online coursework is an option at New Mexico State University-Main Campus. Among 15,408 students, 3,649 (24%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 6,713 (44%) took at least some classes online.
Computer Information Systems Rankings at New Mexico State University-Main Campus
These rankings give you a sense of how New Mexico State University-Main Campus’s Computer Information Systems program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New Mexico | #3 of 6 |
| Best Value | New Mexico | #5 of 6 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #20 of 90 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #46 of 90 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #149 of 827 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #466 of 839 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New Mexico | #3 of 6 |
| Best Value | New Mexico | #5 of 6 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #20 of 90 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #46 of 90 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #149 of 827 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #466 of 839 |
Earnings for Computer Information Systems Graduates from New Mexico State University-Main Campus
Those who finish New Mexico State University-Main Campus’s Computer Information Systems program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $57,124 |
| 2 years | $55,512 |
| 3 years | $66,230 |
| 4 years | $75,980 |
| 5 years | $87,850 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Computer Information Systems graduates from New Mexico State University-Main Campus take home a median $75,980, compared with $50,461 for all New Mexico State University-Main Campus graduates — about 51% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Computer Information Systems graduates from New Mexico State University-Main Campus comes in at $21,261.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the student demographics for Computer Information Systems graduates at New Mexico State University-Main Campus, by degree type.
Program-wide, Computer Information Systems graduates at New Mexico State University-Main Campus are 21% women (42) and 79% men (157).
Computer Information Systems Bachelor’s Program at New Mexico State University-Main Campus
Of the 148 bachelor’s computer information systems graduates at New Mexico State University-Main Campus, 22% were women (33) and 78% were men (115).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Computer Information Systems bachelor’s degree recipients at New Mexico State University-Main Campus.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 38 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 89 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 5 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 3 |
| Two or More Races | 6 |
| International (Nonresident) | 5 |
Minority students account for 71% of Computer Information Systems bachelor’s degree recipients at New Mexico State University-Main Campus, higher than the national average of 47%.*
Computer Information Systems Master’s Program at New Mexico State University-Main Campus
Among the 48 master’s computer information systems graduates at New Mexico State University-Main Campus, 17% were women (8) and 83% were men (40).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Computer Information Systems master’s degree recipients at New Mexico State University-Main Campus.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 14 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 17 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 11 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 46% of Computer Information Systems master’s degree recipients at New Mexico State University-Main Campus, higher than the national average of 16%.*
Computer Information Systems Doctoral Program at New Mexico State University-Main Campus
Of the 3 doctoral computer information systems graduates at New Mexico State University-Main Campus, 33% were women (1) and 67% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Computer Information Systems doctoral degree recipients at New Mexico State University-Main Campus.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 33% of Computer Information Systems doctoral degree recipients at New Mexico State University-Main Campus, higher than the national average of 14%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Computer Information Systems Concentrations at New Mexico State University-Main Campus
The Computer Information Systems program at New Mexico State University-Main Campus includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Computer Science | 96 |
| Information Technology | 103 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Computer Information Systems Graduates
Those who complete Computer Information Systems program at New Mexico State University-Main Campus go on to a range of careers. Here are the top-paying careers for Computer Information Systems 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 |
| Information Technology Project Managers | $124,655 |
| Blockchain Engineers | $123,667 |
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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