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Computer & Information Sciences in Virginia

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Computer & Information Sciences Schools in Virginia

In 2020-2021, 7,695 students earned their Computer & Information Sciences degrees in VA.

As a degree choice, Computer & Information Sciences is the 6th most popular major in the state.

Education Levels of Computer & Information Sciences Majors in Virginia

Computer & Information Sciences majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 3,618
Associate Degree 2,139
Master’s Degree 1,444
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 278
Award Taking 12 Weeks to 1 Year 278
Award Taking Less 12 Weeks 278
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 103
Post-Master’s Certificate 103
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 88
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 88
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 88
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 25
Award Taking 1 to 2 Years 25

Gender Distribution

In Virginia, a computer and information sciences major is more popular with men than with women.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of computer and information sciences majors in Virginia is as follows:

  • Asian: 16.7%
  • Black or African American: 15.6%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 8.1%
  • White: 40.9%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 11.1%
  • Other Races: 7.6%
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Jobs for Computer & Information Sciences Grads in Virginia

In this state, there are 237,920 people employed in jobs related to a computer and information sciences degree, compared to 5,610,640 nationwide.

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Wages for Computer & Information Sciences Jobs in Virginia

Computer & Information Sciences grads earn an average of $94,470 in the state and $92,030 nationwide.

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There are 10 colleges in Virginia that offer computer and information sciences degrees. Learn about the most popular 10 below:

1,162 Degrees in Major Awarded
70% Graduation Rate
38,541 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 53% are considered full time. Most students complete their degree in 4.36 years. The student loan default rate is 2.50% which is lower than average.

1,146 Degrees in Major Awarded
52,873 Total Students

This public college charges it's students an average net price of $9,452. The student loan default rate is 8.40% which is lower than average. 28 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

#3

ECPI University

Virginia Beach
994 Degrees in Major Awarded
43% Graduation Rate
14,353 Total Students

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 84% of students receive it. The student to faculty ratio is 16 to 1. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $34,780 after earning their degree at this institution.

#4

Virginia Tech

Blacksburg
747 Degrees in Major Awarded
84% Graduation Rate
37,024 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 98% are considered full time. 66% of students get financical aid. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $21,301.

504 Degrees in Major Awarded
94% Graduation Rate
25,628 Total Students

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 60% of students receive it. In their early career, University of Virginia grads earn an average salary of $64,712. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $22,006.

316 Degrees in Major Awarded
67% Graduation Rate
29,070 Total Students

This public college charges it's students an average net price of $20,490. Most students complete their degree in 4.40 years. The full-time teacher rate is 68%.

#7

James Madison University

Harrisonburg
290 Degrees in Major Awarded
84% Graduation Rate
21,594 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.20 years. The student loan default rate is 2.00% which is lower than average. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $52,050 after earning their degree at this institution.

259 Degrees in Major Awarded
52% Graduation Rate
24,286 Total Students

93% of students get financical aid. The 5.90% student loan default rate is lower than average. The full-time teacher rate is 94%.

#9

Liberty University

Lynchburg
255 Degrees in Major Awarded
55% Graduation Rate
93,349 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 99% get financial aid. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 17 to 1. Most students complete their degree in 4.47 years.

236 Degrees in Major Awarded
62% Graduation Rate
4,797 Total Students

The average student takes 4.00 years to complete their degree at Strayer University - Virginia. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 12% are considered full time. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 43% of students receive it.

Computer & Information Sciences Careers in VA

Some of the careers computer and information sciences majors go into include:

Job Title VA Job Growth VA Median Salary
Information Security Analysts 41% $108,580
Software Applications Developers 33% $109,740
Computer and Information Research Scientists 23% $126,060
Web Developers 16% $85,630
Database Administrators 15% $96,090
Systems Software Developers 15% $117,400
Computer and Information Systems Managers 14% $164,200
Computer Systems Analysts 13% $98,290
Computer User Support Specialists 13% $55,000
Computer Science Professors 12% $70,710
Computer Workers 12% $104,840
Computer Network Architects 11% $121,390
Managers 11% $130,590
Network and Computer Systems Administrators 11% $89,350
Graphic Designers 10% $55,560
Computer Network Support Specialists 9% $66,070
Multimedia Artists and Animators 9% $63,570
Computer Programmers -6% $92,550
Data Entry Keyers -19% $34,100
Computer Operators -22% $50,340
Word Processors and Typists -31% $41,720

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to computer and information sciences.

Major Annual Graduates in VA
Engineering 5,181
Biological & Biomedical Sciences 5,024
Physical Sciences 1,478
Mathematics & Statistics 1,057
Engineering Technologies 938
Natural Resources & Conservation 853
Agriculture 703
Architecture/Urban Planning 406

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