Computer & Information Sciences at Eastern Illinois University
If you are interested in studying Computer & Information Sciences, consider the program at Eastern Illinois University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Eastern Illinois University is in Charleston, IL.
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Online & Distance Learning at Eastern Illinois University
Many students take online classes at Eastern Illinois University. Of 8,505 students, 1,283 (15%) studied exclusively online and 2,051 (24%) took at least some classes online.
Computer & Information Sciences Rankings at Eastern Illinois University
Rankings can help you compare Eastern Illinois University’s Computer & Information Sciences program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Illinois | #42 of 65 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #54 of 65 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #130 of 217 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #193 of 220 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #896 of 1,600 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #1323 of 1,619 |
Earnings for Computer & Information Sciences Graduates from Eastern Illinois University
Graduates of Eastern Illinois University’s Computer & Information Sciences program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $48,035 |
| 2 years | $43,798 |
| 3 years | $43,161 |
| 4 years | $54,266 |
| 5 years | $63,486 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years after graduating, Computer & Information Sciences graduates from Eastern Illinois University take home a median $54,266, compared with $54,001 for all Eastern Illinois University graduates — about 0% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Computer & Information Sciences graduates from Eastern Illinois University stands at $26,000.
Top-Paying Careers for Computer & Information Sciences Graduates
Graduates of the Computer & Information Sciences program at Eastern Illinois University work across a variety of fields. Here are the highest-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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