Computer & Information Sciences at North Carolina Central University
If you are interested in studying Computer & Information Sciences, you may want to check out the program at North Carolina Central University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
North Carolina Central University is located in Durham, NC.
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Studying Online at North Carolina Central University
Distance learning is available at North Carolina Central University. Of 8,579 students, 2,041 (24%) studied exclusively online and 4,382 (51%) took at least some classes online.
Computer & Information Sciences Rankings at North Carolina Central University
These rankings give you a sense of how North Carolina Central University’s Computer & Information Sciences program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | North Carolina | #48 of 61 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | North Carolina | #50 of 62 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #284 of 404 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #320 of 409 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #979 of 1,600 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #1384 of 1,619 |
Earnings for Computer & Information Sciences Graduates from North Carolina Central University
Graduates of North Carolina Central 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 | $56,815 |
| 2 years | $57,318 |
| 3 years | $68,799 |
| 4 years | $75,943 |
| 5 years | $72,559 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Computer & Information Sciences graduates from North Carolina Central University take home a median $75,943, compared with $48,705 for all North Carolina Central University graduates — about 56% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Computer & Information Sciences graduates from North Carolina Central University comes in at $31,375.
Top-Paying Careers for Computer & Information Sciences Graduates
Graduates of the Computer & Information Sciences program at North Carolina Central University go on to a range of careers. Here are the highest-paying careers for Computer & Information Sciences graduates, 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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