Computer Information Systems at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale
If you plan to study Computer Information Systems, take a look at what Southern Illinois University-Carbondale. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Southern Illinois University-Carbondale sits in Carbondale, IL.
During the most recent reporting year, 42 computer information systems degrees were awarded at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale.
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Online Class Availability at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale
Many students take online classes at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale. Among 11,790 students, 2,272 (19%) studied exclusively online and 3,360 (28%) took at least some classes online.
Computer Information Systems Rankings at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale
These rankings give you a sense of how Southern Illinois University-Carbondale’s Computer Information Systems program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Illinois | #14 of 24 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #22 of 24 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #55 of 86 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #81 of 87 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #541 of 827 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #691 of 839 |
Earnings for Computer Information Systems Graduates from Southern Illinois University-Carbondale
Those who finish Southern Illinois University-Carbondale’s Computer Information Systems program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $55,331 |
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Computer Information Systems graduates from Southern Illinois University-Carbondale is $29,553.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the diversity of Computer Information Systems graduates at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale, by degree type.
Program-wide, Computer Information Systems graduates at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale are 21% women (9) and 79% men (33).
Computer Information Systems Bachelor’s Program at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale
Among the 42 bachelor’s computer information systems graduates at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale, 21% were women (9) and 79% were men (33).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Computer Information Systems bachelor’s degree recipients at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 29 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
| Black / African American | 4 |
| Asian | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
Minority students account for 24% of Computer Information Systems bachelor’s degree recipients at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale, lower than the national average of 47%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Computer Information Systems Concentrations at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale
This Computer Information Systems program at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Information Technology | 42 |
Best-Paid Careers for Computer Information Systems Graduates
Those who complete Computer Information Systems program at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale go on to a range of careers. Below are the highest-paying careers for Computer Information Systems 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 |
| Information Technology Project Managers | $124,655 |
| Blockchain Engineers | $123,667 |
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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