Computer & Information Sciences at San Diego State University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Computer & Information Sciences, take a look at what San Diego State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
San Diego State University is located in San Diego, CA.
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Online & Distance Learning at San Diego State University
Online coursework is an option at San Diego State University. Among 41,137 students, 2,454 (6%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 21,435 (52%) took at least some classes online.
Computer & Information Sciences Rankings at San Diego State University
These rankings give you a sense of how San Diego State University’s Computer & Information Sciences program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #21 of 158 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #27 of 239 |
| Best Value | California | #111 of 154 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #163 of 235 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #168 of 1,619 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #844 of 1,600 |
Earnings for Computer & Information Sciences Graduates from San Diego State University
Those who finish San Diego State 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 | $62,997 |
| 2 years | $66,318 |
| 3 years | $76,755 |
| 4 years | $91,805 |
| 5 years | $101,347 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Computer & Information Sciences graduates from San Diego State University take home a median $91,805, compared with $63,824 for all San Diego State University graduates — about 44% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Computer & Information Sciences graduates from San Diego State University is $16,499.
Highest-Paying Careers for Computer & Information Sciences Graduates
Graduates of the Computer & Information Sciences program at San Diego State University work across a variety of fields. Below are the top-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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