Computer & Information Sciences at University of North Carolina Wilmington
If you plan to study Computer & Information Sciences, consider the program at University of North Carolina Wilmington. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of North Carolina Wilmington is located in Wilmington, NC.
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Studying Online at University of North Carolina Wilmington
Distance learning is available at University of North Carolina Wilmington. Among 18,848 students, 4,303 (23%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 8,428 (45%) took at least some classes online.
Computer & Information Sciences Rankings at University of North Carolina Wilmington
Rankings can help you compare University of North Carolina Wilmington’s Computer & Information Sciences program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | North Carolina | #16 of 62 |
| Best Value | North Carolina | #52 of 61 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #100 of 409 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #302 of 404 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #661 of 1,619 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1092 of 1,600 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | North Carolina | #16 of 62 |
| Best Value | North Carolina | #52 of 61 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #100 of 409 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #302 of 404 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #661 of 1,619 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1092 of 1,600 |
Earnings for Computer & Information Sciences Graduates from University of North Carolina Wilmington
Students who complete University of North Carolina Wilmington’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 | $52,452 |
| 2 years | $64,739 |
| 3 years | $72,729 |
| 4 years | $80,714 |
| 5 years | $98,418 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Computer & Information Sciences graduates from University of North Carolina Wilmington take home a median $80,714, compared with $61,282 for all University of North Carolina Wilmington graduates — about 32% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Computer & Information Sciences graduates from University of North Carolina Wilmington stands at $25,910.
Best-Paid Careers for Computer & Information Sciences Graduates
Students who finish Computer & Information Sciences program at University of North Carolina Wilmington go on to a range of careers. 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.