Information Science at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
What traits are you looking for in a school for Information Science, consider the program at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is located in Champaign, IL.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 500 information science graduations were recorded at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Distance learning is available at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Among 59,238 students, 9,212 (16%) studied exclusively online and 24,831 (42%) took at least some classes online.
Information Science Rankings at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Rankings can help you compare University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign’s Information Science program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #3 of 10 |
| Best Value | Illinois | #5 of 10 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #7 of 36 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #14 of 36 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #33 of 212 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #69 of 209 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #3 of 10 |
| Best Value | Illinois | #5 of 10 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #7 of 36 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #14 of 36 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #33 of 212 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #69 of 209 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for Information Science graduates at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Information Science graduates at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign are 63% women (316) and 37% men (184).
Information Science Bachelor’s Program at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Among the 119 bachelor’s information science graduates at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, 39% were women (46) and 61% were men (73).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Information Science bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 36 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 15 |
| Black / African American | 14 |
| Asian | 39 |
| Two or More Races | 4 |
| International (Nonresident) | 9 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 61% of Information Science bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, higher than the national average of 53%.*
Information Science Master’s Program at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Of the 368 master’s information science degrees awarded at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, 71% were women (262) and 29% were men (106).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Information Science master’s degree recipients at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 195 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 21 |
| Black / African American | 11 |
| Asian | 16 |
| Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 12 |
| International (Nonresident) | 108 |
| Unknown | 4 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 17% of Information Science master’s degree recipients at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, below the national average of 20%.*
Information Science Doctoral Program at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Of the 13 doctoral information science graduates at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, 62% were women (8) and 38% were men (5).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Information Science doctoral degree recipients at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 4 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 7 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 15% of Information Science doctoral degree recipients at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, lower than the national average of 23%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Information Science Concentrations at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
This Information Science program at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Information Science | 500 |
Best-Paid Careers for Information Science Graduates
Those who complete Information Science program at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign pursue many career paths. Below are the top-paying careers for Information 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 |
| Information Security Engineers | $142,543 |
| Computer Systems Engineers/Architects | $140,795 |
| Information Technology Project Managers | $124,655 |
| Blockchain Engineers | $123,667 |
| Digital Forensics Analysts | $119,226 |
| Data Warehousing Specialists | $117,424 |
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
More about our data sources and methodologies.