Computer & Information Sciences at Shepherd University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Computer & Information Sciences, take a look at what Shepherd University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Shepherd University is located in Shepherdstown, WV.
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Online Class Availability at Shepherd University
Many students take online classes at Shepherd University. Of 3,339 students, 461 (14%) studied exclusively online and 1,673 (50%) took at least some classes online.
Computer & Information Sciences Rankings at Shepherd University
Use these rankings to compare Shepherd University’s Computer & Information Sciences program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | West Virginia | #9 of 17 |
| Best Value | West Virginia | #12 of 17 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #225 of 404 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #285 of 409 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #795 of 1,600 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #1296 of 1,619 |
Earnings for Computer & Information Sciences Graduates from Shepherd University
Those who finish Shepherd 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 | $49,620 |
| 2 years | $45,852 |
| 3 years | $53,735 |
| 4 years | $68,435 |
| 5 years | $79,302 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, Computer & Information Sciences graduates from Shepherd University report median earnings of $68,435, compared with $51,887 for all Shepherd University graduates — about 32% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Computer & Information Sciences graduates from Shepherd University comes in at $21,830.
Best-Paid Careers for Computer & Information Sciences Graduates
Students who finish Computer & Information Sciences program at Shepherd University work across a variety of fields. Below are the best-paid 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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