Computer & Information Sciences at University of Northern Iowa
If you plan to study Computer & Information Sciences, consider the program at University of Northern Iowa. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Northern Iowa is in Cedar Falls, IA.
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Online Class Availability at University of Northern Iowa
Many students take online classes at University of Northern Iowa. Of 9,278 students, 1,482 (16%) studied exclusively online and 2,792 (30%) took at least some classes online.
Computer & Information Sciences Rankings at University of Northern Iowa
Use these rankings to compare University of Northern Iowa’s Computer & Information Sciences program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Iowa | #11 of 19 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Iowa | #18 of 19 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #66 of 135 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #115 of 137 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #884 of 1,600 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #997 of 1,619 |
Earnings for Computer & Information Sciences Graduates from University of Northern Iowa
Those who finish University of Northern Iowa’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 | $56,120 |
| 2 years | $60,399 |
| 3 years | $71,051 |
| 4 years | $80,228 |
| 5 years | $97,609 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Computer & Information Sciences graduates from University of Northern Iowa report median earnings of $80,228, compared with $50,993 for all University of Northern Iowa graduates — about 57% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Computer & Information Sciences graduates from University of Northern Iowa stands at $26,200.
Highest-Paying Careers for Computer & Information Sciences Graduates
Graduates of the Computer & Information Sciences program at University of Northern Iowa go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the best-paid 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
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