Computer & Information Sciences at Stanford University
If you plan to study Computer & Information Sciences, consider the program at Stanford University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Stanford University is located in Stanford, CA.
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Studying Online at Stanford University
Many students take online classes at Stanford University. Of 18,625 students, 350 (2%) studied exclusively online and 854 (5%) took at least some classes online.
Computer & Information Sciences Rankings at Stanford University
These rankings give you a sense of how Stanford University’s Computer & Information Sciences program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #1 of 158 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #1 of 239 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #8 of 1,619 |
| Best Value | California | #81 of 154 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #115 of 235 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #429 of 1,600 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #1 of 158 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #1 of 239 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #8 of 1,619 |
| Best Value | California | #81 of 154 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #115 of 235 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #429 of 1,600 |
Earnings for Computer & Information Sciences Graduates from Stanford University
Those who finish Stanford 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 | $147,928 |
| 2 years | $152,720 |
| 3 years | $184,284 |
| 4 years | $218,534 |
| 5 years | $280,513 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Computer & Information Sciences graduates from Stanford University earn a median of $218,534, compared with $153,326 for all Stanford University graduates — about 43% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Computer & Information Sciences graduates from Stanford University comes in at $10,399.
Top-Paying Careers for Computer & Information Sciences Graduates
Graduates of the Computer & Information Sciences program at Stanford University work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks the top-paying 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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