Computer & Information Sciences

Howard Community College · Columbia, MD

The Computer & Information Sciences program at Howard Community College awards an Associate degree. Graduates earn a median salary of $80,840 four years after completion, which is 45% above the national median for Computer & Information Sciences programs. Graduates typically enter roles like Computer and Information Research Scientists, Computer Network Architects, and Information Security Analysts. Computer and Information Research Scientists is projected to grow 20% over the next decade. The median salary for Computer and Information Research Scientists is $145,080. Approximately 29 students completed this program in the most recent reporting year.

Associate

Median Earnings (4yr)
$80,840
Completers
29

Related Careers

Job Title Median Salary Job Growth (10yr) Total Jobs
Computer and Information Research Scientists $145,080 20% 35,210
Computer Network Architects $129,840 12% 174,100
Information Security Analysts $120,360 29% 175,350
Computer Systems Analysts $103,800 9% 498,810
Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers $101,800 Not reported 203,040
Show 3 more related occupations
Job Title Median Salary Job Growth (10yr) Total Jobs
Database Administrators $101,510 Not reported 76,140
Web and Digital Interface Designers $98,540 Not reported 111,060
Network and Computer Systems Administrators $95,360 -4% 323,020

Institution Overview

In-State Tuition
$4,080
Out-of-State Tuition
$9,624
Graduation Rate
25.3%
Total Enrollment
6,649

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