Information Technology at Sam Houston State University
If you are interested in studying Information Technology, take a look at what Sam Houston State University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Sam Houston State University is in Huntsville, TX.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 33 information technology degrees were awarded at Sam Houston State University.
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Online Class Availability at Sam Houston State University
Online coursework is an option at Sam Houston State University. Of 21,039 students, 4,590 (22%) studied exclusively online and 9,191 (44%) took at least some classes online.
Information Technology Rankings at Sam Houston State University
These rankings give you a sense of how Sam Houston State University’s Information Technology program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #18 of 42 |
| Best Value | Texas | #27 of 43 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #32 of 73 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #49 of 73 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #357 of 637 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #409 of 630 |
Earnings for Information Technology Graduates from Sam Houston State University
Those who finish Sam Houston State University’s Information Technology program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $98,059 |
| 2 years | $91,744 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for Information Technology graduates at Sam Houston State University, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Information Technology graduates at Sam Houston State University are 36% women (12) and 64% men (21).
Information Technology Bachelor’s Program at Sam Houston State University
Of the 20 bachelor’s information technology degrees awarded at Sam Houston State University, 35% were women (7) and 65% were men (13).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Information Technology bachelor’s degree recipients at Sam Houston State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 10 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 7 |
| Black / African American | 3 |
Minority students account for 50% of Information Technology bachelor’s degree recipients at Sam Houston State University, above the national average of 39%.*
Information Technology Master’s Program at Sam Houston State University
Of the 13 master’s information technology graduates at Sam Houston State University, 38% were women (5) and 62% were men (8).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Information Technology master’s degree recipients at Sam Houston State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 4 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 3 |
| Black / African American | 3 |
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 54% of Information Technology master’s degree recipients at Sam Houston State University, above the national average of 27%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Information Technology Concentrations at Sam Houston State University
The Information Technology program at Sam Houston State University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Computer & IS Security | 33 |
Best-Paid Careers for Information Technology Graduates
Those who complete Information Technology program at Sam Houston State University pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the highest-paying careers for Information Technology majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Computer and Information Systems Managers | $175,079 |
| Wind Energy Development Managers | $169,952 |
| Loss Prevention Managers | $165,723 |
| Computer Occupations, All Other | $159,837 |
| Database Architects | $148,480 |
| Document Management Specialists | $147,490 |
| 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.