Computer & Information Sciences at University of Rochester
If you plan to study Computer & Information Sciences, consider the program at University of Rochester. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Rochester is located in Rochester, NY.
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Studying Online at University of Rochester
Many students take online classes at University of Rochester. Among 11,946 students, 690 (6%) studied exclusively online and 1,843 (15%) took at least some classes online.
Computer & Information Sciences Rankings at University of Rochester
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Rochester’s Computer & Information Sciences program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #3 of 103 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #11 of 277 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #42 of 1,619 |
| Best Value | New York | #78 of 101 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #216 of 273 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1421 of 1,600 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #3 of 103 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #11 of 277 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #42 of 1,619 |
| Best Value | New York | #78 of 101 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #216 of 273 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1421 of 1,600 |
Earnings for Computer & Information Sciences Graduates from University of Rochester
Graduates of University of Rochester’s Computer & Information Sciences program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $84,531 |
| 2 years | $83,177 |
| 3 years | $104,384 |
| 4 years | $136,559 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Computer & Information Sciences graduates from University of Rochester earn a median of $136,559, compared with $78,550 for all University of Rochester graduates — about 74% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Computer & Information Sciences graduates from University of Rochester stands at $19,000.
Best-Paid Careers for Computer & Information Sciences Graduates
Graduates of the Computer & Information Sciences program at University of Rochester work across a variety of fields. Here 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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