Computer & Information Sciences at Western Washington University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Computer & Information Sciences, you may want to check out the program at Western Washington University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Western Washington University is located in Bellingham, WA.
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Studying Online at Western Washington University
Online coursework is an option at Western Washington University. Of 14,710 students, 226 (2%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,421 (10%) took at least some classes online.
Computer & Information Sciences Rankings at Western Washington University
Rankings can help you compare Western Washington University’s Computer & Information Sciences program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Washington | #5 of 42 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #23 of 239 |
| Best Value | Washington | #30 of 42 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #118 of 1,619 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #165 of 235 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #997 of 1,600 |
Earnings for Computer & Information Sciences Graduates from Western Washington University
Graduates of Western Washington University’s Computer & Information Sciences program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $69,837 |
| 2 years | $81,333 |
| 3 years | $92,019 |
| 4 years | $107,521 |
| 5 years | $129,264 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Computer & Information Sciences graduates from Western Washington University take home a median $107,521, compared with $52,721 for all Western Washington University graduates — about 104% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Computer & Information Sciences graduates from Western Washington University stands at $19,333.
Top-Paying Careers for Computer & Information Sciences Graduates
Graduates of the Computer & Information Sciences program at Western Washington University go on to a range of careers. Below 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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