Computer and Information Sciences at Central Washington University
Ellensburg, WA · Bachelor's Degree · about 53 graduates a year
Central Washington University graduates in computer and information sciences earn 21% less than the national median for the same major four years after graduating. Their median federal debt equals about 28% of one year’s pay at that point.
How Central Washington University Compares for Computer and Information Sciences
All 459 colleges reporting computer and information sciences earnings at this degree level, ranked by median pay four years after graduation. “Wage-adjusted” divides pay by the square root of the state’s wage index so colleges in low-wage states aren’t penalized for local pay.
| # | College | 4 yrs after | Wage-adjusted | Adj. rank | 1 yr after |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA | $241,380 | $245,486 | #1 | $146,204 |
| 2 | University of California-Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA | $216,722 | $197,203 | #2 | $136,099 |
| 3 | Johns Hopkins University Baltimore, MD | $196,467 | $172,423 | #6 | $109,514 |
| 4 | Yale University New Haven, CT | $188,157 | $169,401 | #7 | $133,293 |
| 5 | Carnegie Mellon University Pittsburgh, PA | $187,437 | $190,625 | #3 | — |
| 6 | Rice University Houston, TX | $182,443 | $185,491 | #4 | $131,154 |
| 7 | Wellesley College Wellesley, MA | $177,213 | $156,055 | #9 | $100,644 |
| 8 | University of Michigan-Ann Arbor Ann Arbor, MI | $172,904 | $182,307 | #5 | $113,634 |
| 9 | Northeastern University Oakland Oakland, CA | $163,708 | $148,964 | #13 | $115,587 |
| 10 | Northeastern University Boston, MA | $163,708 | $144,162 | #15 | $115,587 |
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| 363 | Western Kentucky University Bowling Green, KY | $73,300 | $82,998 | #277 | $48,863 |
| 364 | Pennsylvania Western University California, PA | $73,164 | $74,408 | #353 | $46,739 |
| 365 | Central Michigan University Mount Pleasant, MI | $73,112 | $77,088 | #331 | $53,539 |
| 366 | Central Washington University Ellensburg, WA | $72,838 | $66,995 | #406 | $56,049 |
| 367 | Rider University Lawrenceville, NJ | $72,734 | $63,838 | #430 | $41,421 |
| 368 | University of Houston-Downtown Houston, TX | $72,528 | $73,740 | #360 | $56,475 |
| 369 | Eastern Illinois University Charleston, IL | $72,220 | $70,956 | #380 | $42,284 |
Other Computer and Information Sciences Credentials at Central Washington University
| Credential | 1 yr after | 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $63,326 | $85,817 | $25,891 |
Other Majors at Central Washington University by Graduate Pay
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do Central Washington University computer and information sciences graduates make?
Graduates earn a median $56,049 one year after graduating and $72,838 four years after graduating. Figures are from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How does Central Washington University rank for computer and information sciences?
Among 459 colleges reporting earnings for computer and information sciences graduates, Central Washington University ranks #366 by median pay four years after graduation, and #406 after adjusting for state wage levels.
Is computer and information sciences at Central Washington University worth it?
Its graduates earn 21% less than the national median for computer and information sciences ($92,374), and the median federal debt at graduation is $20,137.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are medians for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled; programs with few graduates are not reported. Wage adjustment uses Census ACS state median household income.