Computer Science at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
If you are interested in studying Computer Science, consider the program at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville sits in Edwardsville, IL.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 97 computer science degrees were granted at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville.
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Online Class Availability at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Distance learning is available at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville. Of 11,893 students, 1,999 (17%) studied exclusively online and 3,314 (28%) took at least some classes online.
Computer Science Rankings at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Use these rankings to compare Southern Illinois University Edwardsville’s Computer Science program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Illinois | #6 of 27 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #9 of 27 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #15 of 77 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #20 of 77 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #225 of 637 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #231 of 635 |
Earnings for Computer Science Graduates from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Graduates of Southern Illinois University Edwardsville’s Computer Science program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $64,415 |
| 2 years | $67,240 |
| 3 years | $77,916 |
| 4 years | $89,026 |
| 5 years | $102,647 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Computer Science graduates from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville take home a median $89,026, compared with $71,140 for all Southern Illinois University Edwardsville graduates — about 25% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Computer Science graduates from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is $21,745.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the student demographics for Computer Science graduates at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Computer Science graduates at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville are 26% women (25) and 74% men (72).
Computer Science Bachelor’s Program at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Of the 75 bachelor’s computer science graduates at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, 17% were women (13) and 83% were men (62).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Computer Science bachelor’s degree recipients at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 61 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 5 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 13% of Computer Science bachelor’s degree recipients at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, below the national average of 47%.*
Computer Science Master’s Program at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Of the 22 master’s computer science graduates at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, 55% were women (12) and 45% were men (10).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Computer Science master’s degree recipients at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 4 |
| International (Nonresident) | 18 |
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Computer Science Concentrations at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
This Computer Science program at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Computer Science | 97 |
Best-Paid Careers for Computer Science Graduates
Graduates of the Computer Science program at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville go on to a range of careers. Here are the best-paid careers for Computer Science majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Computer and Information Systems Managers | $175,079 |
| Computer Occupations, All Other | $159,837 |
| 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 |
| Blockchain Engineers | $123,667 |
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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