Computer Science at Northeastern Illinois University
If you plan to study Computer Science, you may want to check out the program at Northeastern Illinois University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Northeastern Illinois University is in Chicago, IL.
During the most recent reporting year, 125 computer science degrees were awarded at Northeastern Illinois University.
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Online Class Availability at Northeastern Illinois University
Online coursework is an option at Northeastern Illinois University. Of 5,734 students, 1,101 (19%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 2,235 (39%) took at least some classes online.
Computer Science Rankings at Northeastern Illinois University
Use these rankings to compare Northeastern Illinois University’s Computer Science program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Illinois | #8 of 27 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #15 of 27 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #17 of 77 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #37 of 77 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #259 of 635 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #359 of 637 |
Earnings for Computer Science Graduates from Northeastern Illinois University
Students who complete Northeastern Illinois University’s Computer Science program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $52,326 |
| 2 years | $56,544 |
| 3 years | $67,702 |
| 4 years | $78,244 |
| 5 years | $89,158 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Computer Science graduates from Northeastern Illinois University report median earnings of $78,244, compared with $54,279 for all Northeastern Illinois University graduates — about 44% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Computer Science graduates from Northeastern Illinois University stands at $15,750.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of Computer Science graduates at Northeastern Illinois University, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, Computer Science graduates at Northeastern Illinois University are 23% women (29) and 77% men (96).
Computer Science Bachelor’s Program at Northeastern Illinois University
Among the 87 bachelor’s computer science graduates at Northeastern Illinois University, 18% were women (16) and 82% were men (71).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Computer Science bachelor’s degree recipients at Northeastern Illinois University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 10 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 31 |
| Black / African American | 6 |
| Asian | 22 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
| Unknown | 13 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 70% of Computer Science bachelor’s degree recipients at Northeastern Illinois University, above the national average of 47%.*
Computer Science Master’s Program at Northeastern Illinois University
Of the 38 master’s computer science graduates at Northeastern Illinois University, 34% were women (13) and 66% were men (25).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Computer Science master’s degree recipients at Northeastern Illinois University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 8 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
| Asian | 3 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 20 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 21% of Computer Science master’s degree recipients at Northeastern Illinois University, higher than the national average of 12%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Computer Science Concentrations at Northeastern Illinois University
This Computer Science program at Northeastern Illinois University breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Computer Science | 125 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Computer Science Graduates
Graduates of the Computer Science program at Northeastern Illinois University work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks the top-paying careers for Computer Science majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Computer and Information Systems Managers | $175,079 |
| Computer Occupations, All Other | $159,837 |
| 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 |
| 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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