Information Science at Christopher Newport University
If you are interested in studying Information Science, you may want to check out the program at Christopher Newport University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Christopher Newport University is in Newport News, VA.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 25 information science graduations were recorded at Christopher Newport University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Christopher Newport University
Online coursework is an option at Christopher Newport University. Among 4,454 students, 0 (0%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 84 (2%) took at least some classes online.
Information Science Rankings at Christopher Newport University
Rankings can help you compare Christopher Newport University’s Information Science program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Virginia | #4 of 5 |
| Best Value | Virginia | #4 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #12 of 45 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #38 of 44 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #90 of 212 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #164 of 209 |
Earnings for Information Science Graduates from Christopher Newport University
Graduates of Christopher Newport University’s Information Science program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $48,518 |
| 2 years | $56,641 |
| 4 years | $74,728 |
| 5 years | $88,413 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, Information Science graduates from Christopher Newport University earn a median of $74,728, compared with $53,798 for all Christopher Newport University graduates — about 39% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Information Science graduates from Christopher Newport University comes in at $26,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the diversity of Information Science graduates at Christopher Newport University, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Information Science graduates at Christopher Newport University are 44% women (11) and 56% men (14).
Information Science Bachelor’s Program at Christopher Newport University
Of the 25 bachelor’s information science graduates at Christopher Newport University, 44% were women (11) and 56% were men (14).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Information Science bachelor’s degree recipients at Christopher Newport University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 17 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 32% of Information Science bachelor’s degree recipients at Christopher Newport University, below the national average of 53%.*
*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 Christopher Newport University
The Information Science program at Christopher Newport University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Information Science | 25 |
Best-Paid Careers for Information Science Graduates
Students who finish Information Science program at Christopher Newport University work across a variety of fields. Here are 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.