Computer & Information Sciences at University of California-San Diego
If you are interested in studying Computer & Information Sciences, consider the program at University of California-San Diego. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of California-San Diego sits in La Jolla, CA.
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Online Class Availability at University of California-San Diego
Many students take online classes at University of California-San Diego. Of 44,256 students, 236 (1%) studied exclusively online and 7,655 (17%) took at least some classes online.
Computer & Information Sciences Rankings at University of California-San Diego
These rankings give you a sense of how University of California-San Diego’s Computer & Information Sciences program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #6 of 158 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #6 of 239 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #25 of 1,619 |
| Best Value | California | #77 of 154 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #113 of 235 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #433 of 1,600 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #6 of 158 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #6 of 239 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #25 of 1,619 |
| Best Value | California | #77 of 154 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #113 of 235 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #433 of 1,600 |
Earnings for Computer & Information Sciences Graduates from University of California-San Diego
Graduates of University of California-San Diego’s Computer & Information Sciences program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $109,681 |
| 2 years | $124,718 |
| 3 years | $149,860 |
| 4 years | $188,532 |
| 5 years | $168,719 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Computer & Information Sciences graduates from University of California-San Diego earn a median of $188,532, compared with $84,922 for all University of California-San Diego graduates — about 122% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Computer & Information Sciences graduates from University of California-San Diego is $16,550.
Top-Paying Careers for Computer & Information Sciences Graduates
Students who finish Computer & Information Sciences program at University of California-San Diego pursue many career paths. Below are the highest-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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