Information Science
Northwestern University · Evanston, IL
Northwestern University offers Bachelor's, Graduate Certificate's, and Master's programs in Information Science. The Bachelor program, with 88 completers, is the most popular. Graduates earn a median salary of $163,740 four years after completion, which is 87% above the national median for Information Science programs. Graduates typically enter roles like Computer and Information Systems Managers, Computer and Information Research Scientists, and Database Architects. Computer and Information Systems Managers is projected to grow 15% over the next decade. The median salary for Computer and Information Systems Managers is $169,510.
Bachelor
Median Earnings (4yr)
$163,740
Completers
88
Master
Median Earnings (4yr)
$141,026
Completers
63
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Graduate Certificate
Median Earnings (4yr)
Not reported
Completers
1
Related Careers
| Job Title | Median Salary | Job Growth (10yr) | Total Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer and Information Systems Managers | $169,510 | 15% | 592,600 |
| Computer and Information Research Scientists | $145,080 | 20% | 35,210 |
| Database Architects | $134,700 | Not reported | 59,920 |
| Software Developers | $132,270 | Not reported | 1,656,880 |
| Computer Occupations, All Other | $104,920 | Not reported | 437,170 |
Show 2 more related occupations
| Job Title | Median Salary | Job Growth (10yr) | Total Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Web and Digital Interface Designers | $98,540 | Not reported | 111,060 |
| Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary | $96,430 | Not reported | 36,150 |
Institution Overview
In-State Tuition
$68,322
Out-of-State Tuition
$68,322
Graduation Rate
95.5%
Total Enrollment
9,201
Same Program at Other Institutions
- Boston College — $131,090
- University of Michigan-Ann Arbor — $130,798
- Stevenson University — $113,367
- James Madison University — $113,345
- Utah Valley University — $112,128