Information Science at University of Washington-Seattle Campus
If you plan to study Information Science, you may want to check out the program at University of Washington-Seattle Campus. Get started with the following essential facts.
University of Washington-Seattle Campus sits in Seattle, WA.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 283 information science degrees were awarded at University of Washington-Seattle Campus.
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Studying Online at University of Washington-Seattle Campus
Many students take online classes at University of Washington-Seattle Campus. Among 56,997 students, 1,656 (3%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 8,704 (15%) took at least some classes online.
Information Science Rankings at University of Washington-Seattle Campus
Rankings can help you compare University of Washington-Seattle Campus’s Information Science program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Washington | #1 of 2 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #1 of 9 |
| Best Value | Washington | #1 of 2 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #2 of 9 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #4 of 212 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #30 of 209 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Washington | #1 of 2 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #1 of 9 |
| Best Value | Washington | #1 of 2 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #2 of 9 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #4 of 212 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #30 of 209 |
Earnings for Information Science Graduates from University of Washington-Seattle Campus
Those who finish University of Washington-Seattle Campus’s Information Science program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $90,156 |
| 2 years | $94,408 |
| 3 years | $113,863 |
| 4 years | $145,698 |
| 5 years | $178,595 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Information Science graduates from University of Washington-Seattle Campus take home a median $145,698, compared with $90,738 for all University of Washington-Seattle Campus graduates — about 61% higher than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of Information Science graduates at University of Washington-Seattle Campus, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Information Science graduates at University of Washington-Seattle Campus are 50% women (142) and 50% men (141).
Information Science Master’s Program at University of Washington-Seattle Campus
Of the 275 master’s information science graduates at University of Washington-Seattle Campus, 49% were women (136) and 51% were men (139).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Information Science master’s degree recipients at University of Washington-Seattle Campus.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 37 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 15 |
| Black / African American | 5 |
| Asian | 59 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 5 |
| International (Nonresident) | 126 |
| Unknown | 27 |
Minority students account for 31% of Information Science master’s degree recipients at University of Washington-Seattle Campus, above the national average of 20%.*
Information Science Doctoral Program at University of Washington-Seattle Campus
Among the 8 doctoral information science graduates at University of Washington-Seattle Campus, 75% were women (6) and 25% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Information Science doctoral degree recipients at University of Washington-Seattle Campus.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 5 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
*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 Washington-Seattle Campus
This Information Science program at University of Washington-Seattle Campus breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Information Science | 283 |
Top-Paying Careers for Information Science Graduates
Students who finish Information Science program at University of Washington-Seattle Campus pursue many career paths. The table below ranks 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.