Computer & Information Sciences at Baylor University
If you are interested in studying Computer & Information Sciences, consider the program at Baylor University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Baylor University is in Waco, TX.
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Online Class Availability at Baylor University
Many students take online classes at Baylor University. Of 20,626 students, 3,066 (15%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 4,899 (24%) took at least some classes online.
Computer & Information Sciences Rankings at Baylor University
Use these rankings to compare Baylor University’s Computer & Information Sciences program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #10 of 105 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #14 of 160 |
| Best Value | Texas | #106 of 106 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #160 of 160 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #185 of 1,619 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1573 of 1,600 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #10 of 105 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #14 of 160 |
| Best Value | Texas | #106 of 106 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #160 of 160 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #185 of 1,619 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1573 of 1,600 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #10 of 105 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #14 of 160 |
| Best Value | Texas | #106 of 106 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #160 of 160 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #185 of 1,619 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1573 of 1,600 |
Earnings for Computer & Information Sciences Graduates from Baylor University
Students who complete Baylor 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 | $79,793 |
| 2 years | $71,015 |
| 3 years | $82,525 |
| 4 years | $94,244 |
| 5 years | $107,293 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Computer & Information Sciences graduates from Baylor University take home a median $94,244, compared with $68,798 for all Baylor University graduates — about 37% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Computer & Information Sciences graduates from Baylor University comes in at $27,000.
Top-Paying Careers for Computer & Information Sciences Graduates
Those who complete Computer & Information Sciences program at Baylor University go on to a range of careers. Below are the best-paid 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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