Computer & Information Sciences at Laurus College
If you plan to study Computer & Information Sciences, consider the program at Laurus College. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Laurus College is in San Luis Obispo, CA.
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Online Class Availability at Laurus College
Distance learning is available at Laurus College. Among 1,116 students, 109 (10%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,007 (90%) took at least some classes online.
Computer & Information Sciences Rankings at Laurus College
Rankings can help you compare Laurus College’s Computer & Information Sciences program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | California | #129 of 154 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #158 of 158 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #195 of 235 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #239 of 239 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1268 of 1,600 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #1612 of 1,619 |
Associate-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | California | #129 of 154 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #158 of 158 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #195 of 235 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #239 of 239 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1268 of 1,600 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #1612 of 1,619 |
Earnings for Computer & Information Sciences Graduates from Laurus College
Students who complete Laurus College’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 | $33,672 |
| 2 years | $32,382 |
| 3 years | $39,035 |
| 4 years | $43,518 |
| 5 years | $46,775 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Computer & Information Sciences graduates from Laurus College earn a median of $43,518, compared with $30,283 for all Laurus College graduates — about 44% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Computer & Information Sciences graduates from Laurus College stands at $33,000.
Highest-Paying Careers for Computer & Information Sciences Graduates
Those who complete Computer & Information Sciences program at Laurus College pursue many career paths. 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.