General Computer Science at Shepherd University
If you are interested in studying General Computer Science, take a look at what Shepherd University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Shepherd University is located in Shepherdstown, WV.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 16 general computer science graduations were recorded at Shepherd University.
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Studying Online at Shepherd University
Distance learning is available at Shepherd University. Among 3,339 students, 461 (14%) studied exclusively online and 1,673 (50%) took at least some classes online.
General Computer Science Rankings at Shepherd University
Use these rankings to compare Shepherd University’s General Computer Science program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | West Virginia | #3 of 5 |
| Best Value | West Virginia | #3 of 5 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #82 of 154 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #107 of 142 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #257 of 566 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #433 of 513 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the student demographics for General Computer Science graduates at Shepherd University, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, General Computer Science graduates at Shepherd University are 12% women (2) and 88% men (14).
General Computer Science Bachelor’s Program at Shepherd University
Of the 16 bachelor’s general computer science degrees awarded at Shepherd University, 12% were women (2) and 88% were men (14).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Computer Science bachelor’s degree recipients at Shepherd University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 11 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
Minority students account for 19% of General Computer Science bachelor’s degree recipients at Shepherd University, lower than the national average of 46%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
Best-Paid Careers for General Computer Science Graduates
Graduates of the General Computer Science program at Shepherd University go on to a range of careers. Below are the highest-paying careers for General Computer Science 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 |
| Information Security Engineers | $142,543 |
| Computer Systems Engineers/Architects | $140,795 |
| 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.