Information Science
Virginia Commonwealth University · Richmond, VA
The Information Science program at Virginia Commonwealth University is available at Bachelor's, Graduate Certificate's, Master's, and Post-bachelor's Certificate's levels. The Bachelor program, with 167 completers, is the most popular. Graduates earn a median salary of $87,219 four years after completion, near the national median for this field. 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)
$87,219
Completers
167
Master
Median Earnings (4yr)
Not reported
Completers
13
Show 2 additional credential levels with limited data
Graduate Certificate
Median Earnings (4yr)
Not reported
Completers
1
Post-bachelor's Certificate
Median Earnings (4yr)
Not reported
Completers
Not reported
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
$16,945
Out-of-State Tuition
$40,109
Graduation Rate
64.2%
Total Enrollment
20,753
Same Program at Other Institutions
- Northwestern University — $163,740
- Boston College — $131,090
- University of Michigan-Ann Arbor — $130,798
- Stevenson University — $113,367
- James Madison University — $113,345