Computer & Information Sciences at Western Technical College
If you are interested in studying Computer & Information Sciences, you may want to check out the program at Western Technical College. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Western Technical College sits in La Crosse, WI.
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Online & Distance Learning at Western Technical College
Many students take online classes at Western Technical College. Of 3,625 students, 962 (27%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,251 (35%) took at least some classes online.
Computer & Information Sciences Rankings at Western Technical College
Use these rankings to compare Western Technical College’s Computer & Information Sciences program against peer institutions.
Associate-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Wisconsin | #14 of 35 |
| Best Value | Wisconsin | #15 of 34 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #46 of 220 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #81 of 217 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #330 of 1,619 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #606 of 1,600 |
Earnings for Computer & Information Sciences Graduates from Western Technical College
Graduates of Western Technical College’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 | $38,310 |
| 2 years | $39,233 |
| 5 years | $63,992 |
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Computer & Information Sciences graduates from Western Technical College stands at $8,705.
Highest-Paying Careers for Computer & Information Sciences Graduates
Graduates of the Computer & Information Sciences program at Western Technical College pursue many career paths. Below are the highest-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
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