Computer & Information Sciences at Northeastern University
If you are interested in studying Computer & Information Sciences, consider the program at Northeastern University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Northeastern University sits in Boston, MA.
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Online Class Availability at Northeastern University
Many students take online classes at Northeastern University. Among 32,553 students, 1,730 (5%) studied exclusively online and 7,507 (23%) took at least some classes online.
Computer & Information Sciences Rankings at Northeastern University
These rankings give you a sense of how Northeastern University’s Computer & Information Sciences program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #6 of 50 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #10 of 102 |
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #39 of 49 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #59 of 1,619 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #74 of 101 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1458 of 1,600 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #6 of 50 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #10 of 102 |
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #39 of 49 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #59 of 1,619 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #74 of 101 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1458 of 1,600 |
Earnings for Computer & Information Sciences Graduates from Northeastern University
Students who complete Northeastern University’s Computer & Information Sciences program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $97,032 |
| 2 years | $88,140 |
| 3 years | $105,452 |
| 4 years | $130,406 |
| 5 years | $147,787 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, Computer & Information Sciences graduates from Northeastern University report median earnings of $130,406, compared with $102,524 for all Northeastern University graduates — about 27% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Computer & Information Sciences graduates from Northeastern University stands at $23,001.
Best-Paid Careers for Computer & Information Sciences Graduates
Those who complete Computer & Information Sciences program at Northeastern University pursue many career paths. The table below ranks 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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