Computer & Information Sciences at Oakland University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Computer & Information Sciences, consider the program at Oakland University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Oakland University sits in Rochester Hills, MI.
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Studying Online at Oakland University
Many students take online classes at Oakland University. Of 15,768 students, 1,399 (9%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 6,791 (43%) took at least some classes online.
Computer & Information Sciences Rankings at Oakland University
Rankings can help you compare Oakland University’s Computer & Information Sciences program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Michigan | #8 of 40 |
| Best Value | Michigan | #16 of 39 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #49 of 220 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #97 of 217 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #353 of 1,619 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #714 of 1,600 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Michigan | #8 of 40 |
| Best Value | Michigan | #16 of 39 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #49 of 220 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #97 of 217 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #353 of 1,619 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #714 of 1,600 |
Earnings for Computer & Information Sciences Graduates from Oakland University
Those who finish Oakland University’s Computer & Information Sciences program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $63,255 |
| 2 years | $69,371 |
| 3 years | $78,387 |
| 4 years | $87,350 |
| 5 years | $95,581 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years after graduating, Computer & Information Sciences graduates from Oakland University earn a median of $87,350, compared with $67,748 for all Oakland University graduates — about 29% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Computer & Information Sciences graduates from Oakland University stands at $26,500.
Best-Paid Careers for Computer & Information Sciences Graduates
Students who finish Computer & Information Sciences program at Oakland University go on to a range of careers. 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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