Computer & Information Sciences at Columbia Southern University
If you are interested in studying Computer & Information Sciences, consider the program at Columbia Southern University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Columbia Southern University is located in Orange Beach, AL.
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Online Class Availability at Columbia Southern University
Columbia Southern University operates as a distance-education institution, so Computer & Information Sciences coursework can be completed remotely.
Computer & Information Sciences Rankings at Columbia Southern University
Use these rankings to compare Columbia Southern University’s Computer & Information Sciences program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Alabama | #18 of 26 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Alabama | #22 of 27 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #271 of 404 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #281 of 409 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #945 of 1,600 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #1283 of 1,619 |
Earnings for Computer & Information Sciences Graduates from Columbia Southern University
Graduates of Columbia Southern 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 | $47,097 |
| 2 years | $58,092 |
| 3 years | $62,377 |
| 4 years | $73,636 |
| 5 years | $82,769 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Computer & Information Sciences graduates from Columbia Southern University take home a median $73,636, compared with $66,570 for all Columbia Southern University graduates — about 11% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Computer & Information Sciences graduates from Columbia Southern University comes in at $31,317.
Highest-Paying Careers for Computer & Information Sciences Graduates
Students who finish Computer & Information Sciences program at Columbia Southern University go on to a range of careers. Here are the top-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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