Computer & Information Sciences at Western Illinois University
If you are interested in studying Computer & Information Sciences, take a look at what Western Illinois University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Western Illinois University is located in Macomb, IL.
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Studying Online at Western Illinois University
Distance learning is available at Western Illinois University. Among 6,332 students, 1,607 (25%) studied exclusively online and 2,917 (46%) took at least some classes online.
Computer & Information Sciences Rankings at Western Illinois University
Rankings can help you compare Western Illinois University’s Computer & Information Sciences program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #23 of 65 |
| Best Value | Illinois | #33 of 65 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #85 of 217 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #86 of 220 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #586 of 1,619 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #614 of 1,600 |
Earnings for Computer & Information Sciences Graduates from Western Illinois University
Graduates of Western Illinois 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 | $56,058 |
| 2 years | $52,002 |
| 3 years | $52,271 |
| 4 years | $62,291 |
| 5 years | $78,788 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Computer & Information Sciences graduates from Western Illinois University report median earnings of $62,291, compared with $53,962 for all Western Illinois University graduates — about 15% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Computer & Information Sciences graduates from Western Illinois University is $25,250.
Highest-Paying Careers for Computer & Information Sciences Graduates
Students who finish Computer & Information Sciences program at Western Illinois University work across a variety of fields. Here 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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