Computer & Information Sciences at Stony Brook University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Computer & Information Sciences, take a look at what Stony Brook University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Stony Brook University is in Stony Brook, NY.
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Online & Distance Learning at Stony Brook University
Many students take online classes at Stony Brook University. Of 26,689 students, 1,783 (7%) studied exclusively online and 11,369 (43%) took at least some classes online.
Computer & Information Sciences Rankings at Stony Brook University
These rankings give you a sense of how Stony Brook University’s Computer & Information Sciences program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #6 of 103 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #15 of 277 |
| Best Value | New York | #46 of 101 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #68 of 1,619 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #103 of 273 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #956 of 1,600 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #6 of 103 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #15 of 277 |
| Best Value | New York | #46 of 101 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #68 of 1,619 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #103 of 273 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #956 of 1,600 |
Earnings for Computer & Information Sciences Graduates from Stony Brook University
Those who finish Stony Brook 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 | $50,971 |
| 2 years | $60,523 |
| 3 years | $71,975 |
| 4 years | $88,954 |
| 5 years | $125,907 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Computer & Information Sciences graduates from Stony Brook University earn a median of $88,954, compared with $69,653 for all Stony Brook University graduates — about 28% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Computer & Information Sciences graduates from Stony Brook University stands at $19,750.
Highest-Paying Careers for Computer & Information Sciences Graduates
Graduates of the Computer & Information Sciences program at Stony Brook University go on to a range of careers. Below are 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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