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2023 Best Computer Information Systems Schools in Washington

12 Colleges
$77,877 Avg Salary
$20,148 Avg Student Debt

Finding the Best Computer Information Systems School for You

Out of the majors we analyze each year, computer information systems was the most popular one in Washington. In total, 1,857 people earned a degree or certificate in the field from a school in Washington.

When it comes to higher education, there are a lot of options for computer science students. Along with traditional schools that require in-person attendence, you can attend one of many reputable online schools. Some programs even offer a hybrid experience. Alternatively, you may choose a trade school that prepares you to enter the workforce with knowledge in a specific field.

To assist you in seeing some of the education options that are available to you, Computer Science Degree Search has created its Best Computer Information Systems Schools in Washington ranking. This report analyzed 12 schools in Washington to see which ones offered the best programs for computer science students.

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2023 Best Computer Information Systems Schools in Washington

Check out the CIS programs at these schools if you want to get the best education that money can buy.

Top 10 Best Computer Information Systems Schools

Our 2023 rankings named University of Washington - Tacoma Campus the best school in Washington for computer information systems students. Located in the city of Tacoma, UW Tacoma is a public school with a moderately-sized student population.

While working on their degree, CIS majors at UW Tacoma accumulate an average of around $16,755 in student debt. This translates to an average monthly loan payment of $186, based on a 10-year repayment plan.

Full Computer Information Systems at University of Washington - Tacoma Campus Report

Out of the 12 schools in Washington that were part of this year’s ranking, University of Washington - Seattle Campus landed the # 2 spot on the list. UW Seattle is a fairly large public school located in the city of Seattle.

On average, CIS graduates from UW Seattle take out $16,755 in student loans while working on their degree. This translates to an average monthly loan payment of $186, based on a 10-year repayment plan.

Full Computer Information Systems at University of Washington - Seattle Campus Report

You’ll be in good company if you decide to attend University of Washington - Bothell Campus. It ranked #3 on our 2023 Best Computer Information Systems Schools in Washington list. Located in the suburb of Bothell, UW Bothell is a public college with a moderately-sized student population.

After completing their degree, CIS graduates from UW Bothell carry an average student debtload of $16,755. This translates to an average monthly loan payment of $186, based on a 10-year repayment plan.

Full Computer Information Systems at University of Washington - Bothell Campus Report

The excellent programs at Western Washington University helped the school earn the #4 place on this year’s ranking of the best computer information systems schools in Washington. Located in the small city of Bellingham, WWU is a public college with a large student population.

After completing their degree, CIS graduates from WWU carry an average student debtload of $22,630. For students who choose a 10-year repayment plan, the average monthly student loan payment is $258.

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Out of the 12 schools in Washington that were part of this year’s ranking, Pacific Lutheran University landed the # 5 spot on the list. PLU is a small private not-for-profit school located in the suburb of Tacoma.

On average, CIS graduates from PLU take out $19,874 in student loans while working on their degree.

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Washington State University did quite well in this year’s ranking of the best schools for computer information systems students. It came in at #6 on the list. Located in the town of Pullman, Wazzu is a public school with a very large student population.

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Eastern Washington University did quite well in this year’s ranking of the best schools for computer information systems students. It came in at #7 on the list. EWU is a large public school located in the town of Cheney.

While working on their degree, CIS majors at EWU accumulate an average of around $22,936 in student debt. This translates to an average monthly loan payment of $167, based on a 10-year repayment plan.

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With a ranking of #8, Saint Martin’s University did quite well on this year’s best schools for computer information systems students. Saint Martin's is a small private not-for-profit school located in the small city of Lacey.

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#9

Charter College

Vancouver, WA

With a ranking of #9, Charter College did quite well on this year’s best schools for computer information systems students. Located in the midsize city of Vancouver, Charter College is a private for-profit college with a small student population.

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#10

Central Washington University

Ellensburg, WA

Central Washington University ranked #10 on this year’s Best Computer Information Systems Schools in Washington list. CWU is a fairly large public school located in the town of Ellensburg.

While working on their degree, CIS majors at CWU accumulate an average of around $25,328 in student debt. The average monthly payment of a loan this size is about $149, assuming that the borrower is on a 10-year repayment plan.

Full Computer Information Systems at Central Washington University Report

Best Computer Information Systems Colleges in the Far Western US Region

Explore all the Best Computer Information Systems Colleges in the Far Western US Area or other specific states within that region.

State Degrees Awarded
California 3,391
Oregon 293
Nevada 111
Hawaii 141

Computer Information Systems is one of 10 different types of computer science programs to choose from.

CIS Concentrations

Major Annual Graduates
General Computer & Information Sciences 51,681
Information Technology 31,531
Informatics 2,726
Other Computer & Information Sciences 1,887
Artificial Intelligence 518
Human-Centered Technology Design 91

Related Major Annual Graduates
Computer Science 59,565
Information Technology 40,555
Information Science 18,325
Computer Systems Networking 14,700
Computer Software & Applications 14,336

Notes and References

*These averages are for the top 12 schools only.

  • Read more about our ranking methodology.
  • The Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), a branch of the U.S. Department of Education (DOE) serves as the core of the rest of our data about colleges.
  • Some other college data, including much of the graduate earnings data, comes from the U.S. Department of Education’s (College Scorecard).

More about our data sources and methodologies.

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