Information Technology at College of Western Idaho
If you are interested in studying Information Technology, consider the program at College of Western Idaho. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
College of Western Idaho is in Nampa, ID.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 41 information technology degrees were awarded at College of Western Idaho.
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Studying Online at College of Western Idaho
Online coursework is an option at College of Western Idaho. Among 11,015 students, 2,529 (23%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 2,535 (23%) took at least some classes online.
Information Technology Rankings at College of Western Idaho
These rankings give you a sense of how College of Western Idaho’s Information Technology program against peer institutions.
Associate-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Idaho | #3 of 4 |
| Best Value | Idaho | #3 of 4 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #4 of 26 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #20 of 26 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #164 of 630 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #438 of 637 |
Earnings for Information Technology Graduates from College of Western Idaho
Students who complete College of Western Idaho’s Information Technology program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $38,470 |
| 2 years | $34,908 |
| 3 years | $40,730 |
| 4 years | $46,316 |
| 5 years | $50,466 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, Information Technology graduates from College of Western Idaho earn a median of $46,316, compared with $42,155 for all College of Western Idaho graduates — about 10% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Information Technology graduates from College of Western Idaho stands at $15,178.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of Information Technology graduates at College of Western Idaho, by degree type.
Program-wide, Information Technology graduates at College of Western Idaho are 2% women (1) and 98% men (40).
Information Technology Associate’s Program at College of Western Idaho
Among the 31 associate’s information technology graduates at College of Western Idaho, 3% were women (1) and 97% were men (30).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Information Technology associate’s degree recipients at College of Western Idaho.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 25 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 3 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Minority students account for 13% of Information Technology associate’s degree recipients at College of Western Idaho, lower than the national average of 49%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Information Technology Concentrations at College of Western Idaho
The Information Technology program at College of Western Idaho offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Network Administration | 10 |
| Computer & IS Security | 17 |
| Computer Support Specialist | 14 |
Top-Paying Careers for Information Technology Graduates
Graduates of the Information Technology program at College of Western Idaho work across a variety of fields. Below are the best-paid careers for Information Technology majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Computer and Information Systems Managers | $175,079 |
| Wind Energy Development Managers | $169,952 |
| Loss Prevention Managers | $165,723 |
| 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 |
| 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.
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