Computer Information Systems at Missouri Southern State University
If you are interested in studying Computer Information Systems, you may want to check out the program at Missouri Southern State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Missouri Southern State University sits in Joplin, MO.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 20 computer information systems graduations were recorded at Missouri Southern State University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Missouri Southern State University
Online coursework is an option at Missouri Southern State University. Among 4,147 students, 868 (21%) studied exclusively online and 1,687 (41%) took at least some classes online.
Computer Information Systems Rankings at Missouri Southern State University
These rankings give you a sense of how Missouri Southern State University’s Computer Information Systems program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Missouri | #5 of 17 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #15 of 53 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Missouri | #17 of 17 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #53 of 53 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #400 of 827 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #758 of 839 |
Earnings for Computer Information Systems Graduates from Missouri Southern State University
Students who complete Missouri Southern State 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 | $50,466 |
| 2 years | $47,930 |
| 3 years | $52,943 |
| 4 years | $55,404 |
| 5 years | $64,998 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Computer Information Systems graduates from Missouri Southern State University take home a median $55,404, compared with $44,666 for all Missouri Southern State University graduates — about 24% higher than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the diversity of Computer Information Systems graduates at Missouri Southern State University, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Computer Information Systems graduates at Missouri Southern State University are 30% women (6) and 70% men (14).
Computer Information Systems Bachelor’s Program at Missouri Southern State University
Of the 20 bachelor’s computer information systems degrees awarded at Missouri Southern State University, 30% were women (6) and 70% were men (14).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Computer Information Systems bachelor’s degree recipients at Missouri Southern State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 12 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 3 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 35% of Computer Information Systems bachelor’s degree recipients at Missouri Southern State University, lower than the national average of 47%.*
*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 Missouri Southern State University
The Computer Information Systems program at Missouri Southern State University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Computer Science | 20 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Computer Information Systems Graduates
Graduates of the Computer Information Systems program at Missouri Southern State University pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the highest-paying careers for Computer Information Systems graduates, 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.