Computer Information Systems at Carnegie Mellon University
If you plan to study Computer Information Systems, you may want to check out the program at Carnegie Mellon University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Carnegie Mellon University is located in Pittsburgh, PA.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 990 computer information systems degrees were awarded at Carnegie Mellon University.
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Studying Online at Carnegie Mellon University
Distance learning is available at Carnegie Mellon University. Of 15,888 students, 554 (3%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 3,497 (22%) took at least some classes online.
Computer Information Systems Rankings at Carnegie Mellon University
Use these rankings to compare Carnegie Mellon University’s Computer Information Systems program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Pennsylvania | #3 of 49 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #5 of 153 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #22 of 839 |
| Best Value | Pennsylvania | #42 of 49 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #127 of 150 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #759 of 827 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Pennsylvania | #3 of 49 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #5 of 153 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #22 of 839 |
| Best Value | Pennsylvania | #42 of 49 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #127 of 150 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #759 of 827 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Pennsylvania | #3 of 49 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #5 of 153 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #22 of 839 |
| Best Value | Pennsylvania | #42 of 49 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #127 of 150 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #759 of 827 |
Earnings for Computer Information Systems Graduates from Carnegie Mellon University
Those who finish Carnegie Mellon University’s Computer Information Systems program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $109,615 |
| 2 years | $106,112 |
| 3 years | $132,201 |
| 4 years | $149,495 |
| 5 years | $166,594 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Computer Information Systems graduates from Carnegie Mellon University earn a median of $149,495, compared with $134,648 for all Carnegie Mellon University graduates — about 11% higher than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for Computer Information Systems graduates at Carnegie Mellon University, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Computer Information Systems graduates at Carnegie Mellon University are 47% women (465) and 53% men (525).
Computer Information Systems Bachelor’s Program at Carnegie Mellon University
Among the 116 bachelor’s computer information systems degrees awarded at Carnegie Mellon University, 60% were women (70) and 40% were men (46).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Computer Information Systems bachelor’s degree recipients at Carnegie Mellon University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 15 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 10 |
| Black / African American | 4 |
| Asian | 44 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 32 |
| Unknown | 9 |
Minority students account for 52% of Computer Information Systems bachelor’s degree recipients at Carnegie Mellon University, higher than the national average of 47%.*
Computer Information Systems Master’s Program at Carnegie Mellon University
Among the 825 master’s computer information systems degrees awarded at Carnegie Mellon University, 46% were women (380) and 54% were men (445).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Computer Information Systems master’s degree recipients at Carnegie Mellon University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 85 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 9 |
| Black / African American | 14 |
| Asian | 100 |
| Two or More Races | 13 |
| International (Nonresident) | 580 |
| Unknown | 24 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 16% of Computer Information Systems master’s degree recipients at Carnegie Mellon University, higher than the national average of 16%.*
Computer Information Systems Doctoral Program at Carnegie Mellon University
Among the 49 doctoral computer information systems degrees awarded at Carnegie Mellon University, 31% were women (15) and 69% were men (34).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Computer Information Systems doctoral degree recipients at Carnegie Mellon University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 7 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Asian | 7 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 32 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 18% of Computer Information Systems doctoral degree recipients at Carnegie Mellon University, higher than the national average of 14%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Computer Information Systems Concentrations at Carnegie Mellon University
The Computer Information Systems program at Carnegie Mellon University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Artificial Intelligence | 234 |
| Information Technology | 697 |
| Human-Centered Technology Design. | 10 |
| Other Computer Sciences | 49 |
Best-Paid Careers for Computer Information Systems Graduates
Graduates of the Computer Information Systems program at Carnegie Mellon University pursue many career paths. Here are the top-paying careers for Computer Information Systems majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Computer and Information Systems Managers | $175,079 |
| Computer Occupations, All Other | $159,837 |
| Health Informatics Specialists | $156,714 |
| Database Architects | $148,480 |
| Document Management Specialists | $147,490 |
| Business Intelligence Analysts | $143,840 |
| Information Security Engineers | $142,543 |
| Computer Systems Engineers/Architects | $140,795 |
| Information Technology Project Managers | $124,655 |
| Blockchain Engineers | $123,667 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
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