Computer & Information Sciences at University of Massachusetts-Lowell
If you are interested in studying Computer & Information Sciences, take a look at what University of Massachusetts-Lowell. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Massachusetts-Lowell sits in Lowell, MA.
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Online Class Availability at University of Massachusetts-Lowell
Many students take online classes at University of Massachusetts-Lowell. Among 16,598 students, 5,089 (31%) studied exclusively online and 1,937 (12%) took at least some classes online.
Computer & Information Sciences Rankings at University of Massachusetts-Lowell
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Massachusetts-Lowell’s Computer & Information Sciences program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #18 of 50 |
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #22 of 49 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #35 of 101 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #39 of 102 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #332 of 1,619 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1034 of 1,600 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #18 of 50 |
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #22 of 49 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #35 of 101 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #39 of 102 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #332 of 1,619 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1034 of 1,600 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #18 of 50 |
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #22 of 49 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #35 of 101 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #39 of 102 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #332 of 1,619 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1034 of 1,600 |
Associate-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #332 of 1,619 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1034 of 1,600 |
Earnings for Computer & Information Sciences Graduates from University of Massachusetts-Lowell
Those who finish University of Massachusetts-Lowell’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 | $69,907 |
| 2 years | $68,033 |
| 3 years | $84,296 |
| 4 years | $97,999 |
| 5 years | $99,585 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, Computer & Information Sciences graduates from University of Massachusetts-Lowell take home a median $97,999, compared with $77,628 for all University of Massachusetts-Lowell graduates — about 26% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Computer & Information Sciences graduates from University of Massachusetts-Lowell is $23,884.
Highest-Paying Careers for Computer & Information Sciences Graduates
Those who complete Computer & Information Sciences program at University of Massachusetts-Lowell pursue many career paths. Below are the best-paid 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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