Computer & Information Sciences at Washington State University
If you plan to study Computer & Information Sciences, take a look at what Washington State University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Washington State University is in Pullman, WA.
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Online & Distance Learning at Washington State University
Online coursework is an option at Washington State University. Among 25,685 students, 3,979 (15%) studied exclusively online and 3,428 (13%) took at least some classes online.
Computer & Information Sciences Rankings at Washington State University
Rankings can help you compare Washington State University’s Computer & Information Sciences program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Washington | #17 of 42 |
| Best Value | Washington | #29 of 42 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #72 of 239 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #156 of 235 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #445 of 1,619 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #791 of 1,600 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #72 of 239 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #156 of 235 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #445 of 1,619 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #791 of 1,600 |
Earnings for Computer & Information Sciences Graduates from Washington State University
Students who complete Washington State University’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 | $73,112 |
| 2 years | $68,808 |
| 3 years | $80,939 |
| 4 years | $93,485 |
| 5 years | $108,566 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Computer & Information Sciences graduates from Washington State University take home a median $93,485, compared with $70,460 for all Washington State University graduates — about 33% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Computer & Information Sciences graduates from Washington State University stands at $22,453.
Top-Paying Careers for Computer & Information Sciences Graduates
Students who finish Computer & Information Sciences program at Washington State University work across a variety of fields. Here are the highest-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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