Computer & Information Sciences at University of West Florida
If you are interested in studying Computer & Information Sciences, consider the program at University of West Florida. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of West Florida sits in Pensacola, FL.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of West Florida
Many students take online classes at University of West Florida. Among 14,822 students, 7,238 (49%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 5,222 (35%) took at least some classes online.
Computer & Information Sciences Rankings at University of West Florida
Rankings can help you compare University of West Florida’s Computer & Information Sciences program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Florida | #17 of 57 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Florida | #25 of 59 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #126 of 404 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #130 of 409 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #378 of 1,600 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #791 of 1,619 |
Earnings for Computer & Information Sciences Graduates from University of West Florida
Students who complete University of West Florida’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 | $58,475 |
| 2 years | $62,674 |
| 3 years | $56,183 |
| 4 years | $73,509 |
| 5 years | $78,779 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Computer & Information Sciences graduates from University of West Florida take home a median $73,509, compared with $50,198 for all University of West Florida graduates — about 46% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Computer & Information Sciences graduates from University of West Florida stands at $19,385.
Top-Paying Careers for Computer & Information Sciences Graduates
Graduates of the Computer & Information Sciences program at University of West Florida go on to a range of careers. 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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