Information Science Associate Degrees
There are 380 colleges and universities across the nation that offer aassociate degree in Information Science.
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Education Levels of Information Science Majors
During the most recent year for which data is available, 22,425 people earned theirInformation Science majors across all award levels. The following table shows the number of diplomas awarded in Information Science at each degree level.
| Education Level | Number of Grads |
|---|---|
| Certificate | 539 |
| Associate’s Degree (this page) | 1,046 |
| Bachelor’s Degree | 9,605 |
| Master’s Degree | 11,021 |
| Doctor’s Degree | 197 |
Earnings of Information Science Majors With Associate Degrees (All Award Levels)
The U.S. Department of Education reports a median salary for graduates with aassociate degree in Information Science of $81,091 four years after graduation. These figures are reported program-wide, across all award levels.
However, this can depend on a number of factors, such as where you live and the number of years of experience you have.
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $67,846 |
| 4 years | $81,091 |
| 5 years | $90,854 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study earnings tracker (program-wide, all award levels).
Student Debt (All Award Levels)
The data on debt ranges for Information Science majors who have their associate degree is not currently available.
Most Popular Information Science Programs for Associate Degrees
There are 467 colleges that offer a associate degree in Information Science. Learn more about the most popular below:
The most popular school in the United States for Information Science students seeking a associate degree is University of Maryland Global Campus. During the most recent year for which we have data, 2,259 people received their associate degree in Information Science from this school. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
Trine University-Regional/Non-Traditional Campuses is a popular choice for Information Science majors seeking their associate degree. During the most recent year for which we have data, 1,381 people received their associate degree in Information Science from this school. Graduates who complete their associate degree in Information Science here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
The University of Texas at Dallas comes in at #3 on our list of the most popular colleges offering associate degrees in Information Science. During the most recent year for which we have data, 863 people received their associate degree in Information Science from this school. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
University of Maryland-College Park is a popular choice for Information Science majors seeking their associate degree. During the most recent year for which we have data, 829 people received their associate degree in Information Science from this school. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
University of California-Berkeley is a popular choice for Information Science majors seeking their associate degree. This school awarded 659 associate degrees in Information Science in the most recent reporting year. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
University of Michigan-Ann Arbor is a popular choice for Information Science majors seeking their associate degree. During the most recent year for which we have data, 518 people received their associate degree in Information Science from this school. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is a popular choice for Information Science majors seeking their associate degree. During the most recent year for which we have data, 500 people received their associate degree in Information Science from this school. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
University of North Texas is a popular choice for Information Science majors seeking their associate degree. During the most recent year for which we have data, 491 people received their associate degree in Information Science from this school. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
University of Maryland-Baltimore County comes in at #9 on our list of the most popular colleges offering associate degrees in Information Science. This school awarded 476 associate degrees in Information Science in the most recent reporting year. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
Rutgers University-New Brunswick comes in at #10 on our list of the most popular colleges offering associate degrees in Information Science. During the most recent year for which we have data, 466 people received their associate degree in Information Science from this school. Graduates who complete their associate degree in Information Science here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus is a popular choice for Information Science majors seeking their associate degree. This school awarded 439 associate degrees in Information Science in the most recent reporting year. Graduates who complete their associate degree in Information Science here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
Ivy Tech Community College comes in at #12 on our list of the most popular colleges offering associate degrees in Information Science. This school awarded 384 associate degrees in Information Science in the most recent reporting year. Graduates who complete their associate degree in Information Science here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
The University of Texas at Arlington is a popular choice for Information Science majors seeking their associate degree. This school awarded 324 associate degrees in Information Science in the most recent reporting year. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
Syracuse University is a popular choice for Information Science majors seeking their associate degree. This school awarded 318 associate degrees in Information Science in the most recent reporting year. Graduates who complete their associate degree in Information Science here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
Pace University is a popular choice for Information Science majors seeking their associate degree. This school awarded 315 associate degrees in Information Science in the most recent reporting year. Graduates who complete their associate degree in Information Science here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
CUNY Bernard M Baruch College comes in at #16 on our list of the most popular colleges offering associate degrees in Information Science. During the most recent year for which we have data, 302 people received their associate degree in Information Science from this school. Graduates who complete their associate degree in Information Science here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
University of Utah comes in at #17 on our list of the most popular colleges offering associate degrees in Information Science. This school awarded 294 associate degrees in Information Science in the most recent reporting year. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
University of Washington-Seattle Campus is a popular choice for Information Science majors seeking their associate degree. During the most recent year for which we have data, 283 people received their associate degree in Information Science from this school. Graduates who complete their associate degree in Information Science here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
Eastern Gateway Community College is a popular choice for Information Science majors seeking their associate degree. This school awarded 279 associate degrees in Information Science in the most recent reporting year. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
Cleveland State University comes in at #20 on our list of the most popular colleges offering associate degrees in Information Science. This school awarded 276 associate degrees in Information Science in the most recent reporting year. Graduates who complete their associate degree in Information Science here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
Information Science Focus Areas
| Major | Annual Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|
| Information Science/Studies | 22,425 |
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Related Majors
Below are some popular majors similar to Information Science that also offer associate degrees.
| Major | Annual Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|
| Computer and Information Sciences, General | 118,381 |
| Computer Science | 79,857 |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management | 57,935 |
| Computer Software and Media Applications | 15,581 |
| Computer Programming | 15,336 |
References
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- College Factual
- National Center for Education Statistics (IPEDS)
- O*NET Online
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
- U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard
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