Computer & Information Sciences at University of Rhode Island
What traits are you looking for in a school for Computer & Information Sciences, take a look at what University of Rhode Island. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Rhode Island sits in Kingston, RI.
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Online Class Availability at University of Rhode Island
Distance learning is available at University of Rhode Island. Of 17,210 students, 818 (5%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 5,946 (35%) took at least some classes online.
Computer & Information Sciences Rankings at University of Rhode Island
Rankings can help you compare University of Rhode Island’s Computer & Information Sciences program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Rhode Island | #1 of 11 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rhode Island | #2 of 11 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #17 of 102 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #36 of 101 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #131 of 1,619 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1063 of 1,600 |
Earnings for Computer & Information Sciences Graduates from University of Rhode Island
Those who finish University of Rhode Island’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 | $57,309 |
| 2 years | $67,995 |
| 3 years | $79,045 |
| 4 years | $98,649 |
| 5 years | $111,170 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Computer & Information Sciences graduates from University of Rhode Island earn a median of $98,649, compared with $67,030 for all University of Rhode Island graduates — about 47% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Computer & Information Sciences graduates from University of Rhode Island stands at $21,750.
Top-Paying Careers for Computer & Information Sciences Graduates
Students who finish Computer & Information Sciences program at University of Rhode Island work across a variety of fields. Below are the highest-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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