Information Technology at Columbia Basin College
What traits are you looking for in a school for Information Technology, take a look at what Columbia Basin College. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Columbia Basin College is located in Pasco, WA.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 64 information technology graduations were recorded at Columbia Basin College.
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Online & Distance Learning at Columbia Basin College
Online coursework is an option at Columbia Basin College. Of 7,510 students, 2,271 (30%) studied exclusively online and 2,454 (33%) took at least some classes online.
Information Technology Rankings at Columbia Basin College
Rankings can help you compare Columbia Basin College’s Information Technology program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Washington | #7 of 22 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Washington | #12 of 22 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #29 of 82 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #36 of 80 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #144 of 630 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #245 of 637 |
Associate-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Washington | #7 of 22 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Washington | #12 of 22 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #29 of 82 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #36 of 80 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #144 of 630 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #245 of 637 |
Earnings for Information Technology Graduates from Columbia Basin College
Those who finish Columbia Basin College’s Information Technology program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $51,473 |
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Information Technology graduates from Columbia Basin College is $18,618.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the composition of Information Technology graduates at Columbia Basin College, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Information Technology graduates at Columbia Basin College are 14% women (9) and 86% men (55).
Information Technology Associate’s Program at Columbia Basin College
Of the 38 associate’s information technology graduates at Columbia Basin College, 13% were women (5) and 87% were men (33).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Information Technology associate’s degree recipients at Columbia Basin College.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 16 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 15 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| Unknown | 3 |
Minority students account for 50% of Information Technology associate’s degree recipients at Columbia Basin College, higher than the national average of 49%.*
Information Technology Bachelor’s Program at Columbia Basin College
Among the 23 bachelor’s information technology graduates at Columbia Basin College, 13% were women (3) and 87% were men (20).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Information Technology bachelor’s degree recipients at Columbia Basin College.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 16 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 6 |
| Asian | 1 |
Minority students account for 30% of Information Technology bachelor’s degree recipients at Columbia Basin College, lower than the national average of 39%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Information Technology Concentrations at Columbia Basin College
The Information Technology program at Columbia Basin College breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Network Administration | 5 |
| Computer & IS Security | 59 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Information Technology Graduates
Graduates of the Information Technology program at Columbia Basin College work across a variety of fields. Below are the highest-paying careers for Information Technology majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Computer and Information Systems Managers | $175,079 |
| Computer Occupations, All Other | $159,837 |
| Database Architects | $148,480 |
| Document Management Specialists | $147,490 |
| Information Security Engineers | $142,543 |
| Computer Systems Engineers/Architects | $140,795 |
| Web Developers | $125,527 |
| Information Technology Project Managers | $124,655 |
| Blockchain Engineers | $123,667 |
| Digital Forensics Analysts | $119,226 |
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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