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2023 Best Information Science Associate Degree Schools in the Middle Atlantic Region

6 Colleges
$39,330 Avg Salary
$22,698 Avg Student Debt

Finding the Best Information Science Associate Degree School for You

With 18,325 degrees and certificates handed out in 2020-2021, information science is the #4 most popular major in the United States.

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.

To help you arm yourself with the information you need to make your decision, Computer Science Degree Search has developed this Best Information Science Associate Degree Schools in the Middle Atlantic Region ranking. Our analysis looked at 6 schools in the Middle Atlantic Region to see which associate degree programs offered the best educational experiences for computer science students. The factors used to develop this ranking include those related to how in-demand the school is, the overall quality of the school, and post-graduation wages, and more.

View our full ranking methodology.

2023 Best Information Science Associate Degree Schools in the Middle Atlantic Region

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

Top Middle Atlantic Region Schools for an Associate in Information Science

Our analysis found Hudson Valley Community College to be the best school for information science students who want to pursue a associate degree in the Middle Atlantic Region . Located in the city of Troy, HVCC is a public college with a moderately-sized student population.

While working on their Associate Degree, IS majors at HVCC accumulate an average of around $11,730 in student debt.

Read full report on Information Science at Hudson Valley Community College

Out of the 6 schools in the Middle Atlantic Region that were part of this year’s ranking, Onondaga Community College landed the # 2 spot on the list. Located in the large suburb of Syracuse, OCC is a public college with a medium-sized student population.

IS majors at OCC take out an average of $16,590 in student loans while working on their Associate Degree.

Read full report on Information Science at Onondaga Community College

#3

Monroe Community College

Rochester, NY

Out of the 6 schools in the Middle Atlantic Region that were part of this year’s ranking, Monroe Community College landed the # 3 spot on the list. Monroe Community College is a medium-sized public school located in the suburb of Rochester.

After completing their Associate Degree, IS graduates from Monroe Community College carry an average student debtload of $11,213.

Full Information Science at Monroe Community College Report

You’ll join some of the best and brightest minds around you if you attend Jamestown Community College. The school came in at #4 on this year’s Best Information Science Associate Degree Schools in the Middle Atlantic Region list. Located in the distant town of Jamestown, Jamestown Community College is a public school with a small student population.

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#5

Alfred State College

Alfred, NY

You’ll be in good company if you decide to attend Alfred State College. It ranked #5 on our 2023 Best Information Science Associate Degree Schools in the Middle Atlantic Region list. Located in the remote town of Alfred, Alfred State is a public school with a small student population.

Full Information Science at Alfred State College Report

#6

SUNY Canton

Canton, NY

With a ranking of #6, SUNY Canton did quite well on this year’s best schools for information science students working on their associate degree. Located in the town of Canton, SUNY Canton is a public college with a small student population.

Read full report on Information Science at SUNY Canton

Best Information Science Colleges by State

Explore the best information science colleges for a specific state in the Middle Atlantic region.

State Degrees Awarded
Maryland 3,677
Pennsylvania 1,560
New York 2,210
New Jersey 856
District of Columbia 180
Delaware 32

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

IS Focus Areas

Major Annual Graduates
General Information Science 18,325

Majors Similar to IS

Related Major Annual Graduates
Computer Information Systems 88,434
Computer Science 59,565
Information Technology 40,555
Computer Systems Networking 14,700
Computer Software & Applications 14,336

Notes and References

*These averages are for the top 6 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).
  • Credit for the banner image above goes to The Opte Project.

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