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2023 Most Popular Computer Information Systems Master's Degree Schools in Virginia

17 Colleges
$77,715 Avg Salary

Finding the Best Computer Information Systems Master's Degree School for You

Out of the majors we analyze each year, computer information systems was the most popular one in Virginia. In total, 3,727 people earned a degree or certificate in the field from a school in Virginia.

There are so many computer science programs in today's world that it can tough to figure out which one is the right one for you. 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.

The Most Popular Computer Information Systems Master's Degree Schools in Virginia ranking is one of many tools that Computer Science Degree Search has developed to help you make your educational decision. This report analyzed 17 schools in Virginia to see which ones were the most popular master's degree programs for computer science students. To create this ranking we looked at how many students graduated from the Computer Information Systems program at each school on the list.

Check out the CIS master's degree programs at these schools if you want to attend one of the most popular in Virginia.

#1

George Mason University

Fairfax, VA

Our analysis found George Mason University to be the most popular school for computer information systems students who want to pursue a master’s degree in Virginia. Located in the suburb of Fairfax, GMU is a public college with a very large student population.

About 22% of the students majoring in CIS at the school are women while 78% are male.

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#2

Virginia Tech

Blacksburg, VA

The in-demand master’s degree programs at Virginia Tech helped the school earn the #2 place on this year’s ranking of the most popular computer information systems schools in Virginia. Located in the small city of Blacksburg, Virginia Tech is a public college with a fairly large student population.

About 32% of the students majoring in CIS at the school are women while 68% are male.

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The in-demand master’s degree programs at University of Virginia - Main Campus helped the school earn the #3 place on this year’s ranking of the most popular computer information systems schools in Virginia. Located in the small suburb of Charlottesville, University of Virginia is a public college with a very large student population.

Women make up 27% of the CIS majors at the school.

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#4

IGlobal University

Vienna, VA

You’ll be in good company if you decide to attend IGlobal University. It ranked #4 on our 2023 Most Popular Computer Information Systems Master’s Degree Schools in Virginia list. IGlobal University is a fairly small private for-profit school located in the large suburb of Vienna.

Women make up 18% of the CIS majors at the school.

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#5

Marymount University

Arlington, VA

A rank of #5 on this year’s list means Marymount University is a great place for computer information systems students working on their master’s degree. Located in the medium-sized city of Arlington, Marymount is a private not-for-profit college with a small student population.

About 47% of the students majoring in CIS at the school are women while 53% are male.

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#6

Liberty University

Lynchburg, VA

With a ranking of #6, Liberty University did quite well on this year’s most popular schools for computer information systems students working on their master’s degree. Located in the city of Lynchburg, Liberty University is a private not-for-profit college with a fairly large student population.

Women make up 40% of the CIS majors at the school.

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#7

Old Dominion University

Norfolk, VA

Old Dominion University came in at #7 in this year’s edition of the Most Popular Computer Information Systems Master’s Degree Schools in Virginia ranking. Located in the midsize city of Norfolk, Old Dominion is a public college with a fairly large student population.

About 41% of the students majoring in CIS at the school are women while 59% are male.

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#8

ECPI University

Virginia Beach, VA

ECPI University did quite well in this year’s ranking of the most popular places for computer information systems students to get a master’s degree. It came in at #8 on the list. Located in the city of Virginia Beach, ECPI University is a private for-profit school with a fairly large student population.

Of the 13 students majoring in CIS at ECPI University, 46% are male and 54% are female.

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#8

William & Mary

Williamsburg, VA

With a ranking of #8, William & Mary did quite well on this year’s most popular schools for computer information systems students working on their master’s degree. Located in the small suburb of Williamsburg, William & Mary is a public school with a moderately-sized student population.

About 62% of the students majoring in CIS at the school are women while 38% are male.

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Virginia Commonwealth University came in at #10 in this year’s edition of the Most Popular Computer Information Systems Master’s Degree Schools in Virginia ranking. Located in the city of Richmond, VCU is a public college with a very large student population.

Of the 11 students majoring in CIS at VCU, 73% are male and 27% are female.

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Best Computer Information Systems Colleges in the Southeast Region

Explore all the Most Popular Computer Information Systems Schools in the Southeast Area or other specific states within that region.

State Degrees Awarded
Louisiana 135
West Virginia 403
Georgia 4,742
Tennessee 754
North Carolina 1,634
Mississippi 333
Arkansas 570
Alabama 1,330
Florida 5,133
South Carolina 769
Kentucky 1,480

One of 10 majors within the computer science area of study, computer information systems has other similar majors worth exploring.

CIS Focus Areas

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 17 schools only.

  • 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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