Computer & Information Sciences at University of Kansas
What traits are you looking for in a school for Computer & Information Sciences, take a look at what University of Kansas. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Kansas is in Lawrence, KS.
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Studying Online at University of Kansas
Many students take online classes at University of Kansas. Of 29,792 students, 3,126 (10%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 10,681 (36%) took at least some classes online.
Computer & Information Sciences Rankings at University of Kansas
Use these rankings to compare University of Kansas’s Computer & Information Sciences program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Kansas | #6 of 21 |
| Best Value | Kansas | #13 of 19 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #47 of 137 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #80 of 135 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #413 of 1,619 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #969 of 1,600 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Kansas | #6 of 21 |
| Best Value | Kansas | #13 of 19 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #47 of 137 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #80 of 135 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #413 of 1,619 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #969 of 1,600 |
Earnings for Computer & Information Sciences Graduates from University of Kansas
Students who complete University of Kansas’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 | $64,919 |
| 2 years | $64,990 |
| 3 years | $68,960 |
| 4 years | $78,561 |
| 5 years | $94,912 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, Computer & Information Sciences graduates from University of Kansas report median earnings of $78,561, compared with $65,918 for all University of Kansas graduates — about 19% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Computer & Information Sciences graduates from University of Kansas is $27,000.
Highest-Paying Careers for Computer & Information Sciences Graduates
Graduates of the Computer & Information Sciences program at University of Kansas pursue many career paths. 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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