Information Science at SUNY Buffalo State University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Information Science, consider the program at SUNY Buffalo State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
SUNY Buffalo State University sits in Buffalo, NY.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 55 information science degrees were awarded at SUNY Buffalo State University.
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Online Class Availability at SUNY Buffalo State University
Distance learning is available at SUNY Buffalo State University. Among 6,188 students, 328 (5%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,335 (22%) took at least some classes online.
Information Science Rankings at SUNY Buffalo State University
Use these rankings to compare SUNY Buffalo State University’s Information Science program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | New York | #10 of 18 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #12 of 18 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #31 of 46 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #39 of 46 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #98 of 151 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #128 of 151 |
Earnings for Information Science Graduates from SUNY Buffalo State University
Students who complete SUNY Buffalo State University’s Information Science program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $36,405 |
| 2 years | $46,254 |
| 3 years | $52,604 |
| 4 years | $58,684 |
| 5 years | $63,973 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Information Science graduates from SUNY Buffalo State University report median earnings of $58,684, compared with $46,567 for all SUNY Buffalo State University graduates — about 26% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Information Science graduates from SUNY Buffalo State University comes in at $25,651.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of Information Science graduates at SUNY Buffalo State University, by degree type.
Program-wide, Information Science graduates at SUNY Buffalo State University are 15% women (8) and 85% men (47).
Information Science Bachelor’s Program at SUNY Buffalo State University
Among the 55 bachelor’s information science graduates at SUNY Buffalo State University, 15% were women (8) and 85% were men (47).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Information Science bachelor’s degree recipients at SUNY Buffalo State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 28 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 6 |
| Black / African American | 9 |
| Asian | 10 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Minority students account for 47% of Information Science bachelor’s degree recipients at SUNY Buffalo State University, lower than the national average of 53%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Information Science Concentrations at SUNY Buffalo State University
This Information Science program at SUNY Buffalo State University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Information Science | 55 |
Careers Related to Information Science
Graduates of the Information Science program at SUNY Buffalo State University frequently move into the following types of careers:
| Occupation | Median Annual Wage |
|---|---|
| Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary | $35,659 |
| Information Security Engineers | $142,543 |
| Computer Systems Engineers/Architects | $140,795 |
| Information Technology Project Managers | $124,655 |
| Geographic Information Systems Technologists and Technicians | $82,846 |
| Blockchain Engineers | $123,667 |
| Web Administrators | $62,692 |
| Web and Digital Interface Designers | $88,198 |
| Computer Occupations, All Other | $159,837 |
| 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.
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