Computer & Information Sciences at McNeese State University
If you plan to study Computer & Information Sciences, take a look at what McNeese State University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
McNeese State University is located in Lake Charles, LA.
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Online & Distance Learning at McNeese State University
Many students take online classes at McNeese State University. Among 6,241 students, 1,117 (18%) studied exclusively online and 3,183 (51%) took at least some classes online.
Computer & Information Sciences Rankings at McNeese State University
Rankings can help you compare McNeese State University’s Computer & Information Sciences program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Louisiana | #12 of 25 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Louisiana | #19 of 25 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #227 of 404 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #359 of 409 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #801 of 1,600 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #1476 of 1,619 |
Earnings for Computer & Information Sciences Graduates from McNeese State University
Students who complete McNeese State University’s Computer & Information Sciences program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $49,618 |
| 2 years | $47,260 |
| 3 years | $60,301 |
| 4 years | $68,676 |
| 5 years | $72,568 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Computer & Information Sciences graduates from McNeese State University take home a median $68,676, compared with $52,177 for all McNeese State University graduates — about 32% higher than the school-wide median.
Top-Paying Careers for Computer & Information Sciences Graduates
Graduates of the Computer & Information Sciences program at McNeese State University go on to a range of careers. Below are the top-paying careers for Computer & Information Sciences graduates, 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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