Information Science Schools in Virginia
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Jobs for Information Science Grads in Virginia
131,050 people in the state and 2,990,680 in the nation are employed in jobs related to IS.
Wages for Information Science Jobs in Virginia
In this state, IS grads earn an average of $148,789. Nationwide, they make an average of $148,208.
Most Popular Information Science Programs in VA
Our data covers 5 colleges in Virginia offering IS degrees. Learn about the most popular 5 below:
One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $41,934 a year. The school admits about 93% of applicants. The full-time student retention rate is 86%.
One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $48,545 a year. The school admits about 76% of applicants. 90% of full-time students return after their first year.
Graduates earn a median salary of $55,366 in their first year after graduation. About 89% of those who apply are admitted. The full-time student retention rate is 87%.
Graduates earn a median salary of $60,341 in their first year after graduation. The full-time student retention rate is 50%. In-state undergraduate tuition runs about $13,920 a year.
Grads earn a median early-career salary of $40,648 after earning their degree at this institution. With an admission rate of 88%, getting in takes some planning. The full-time student retention rate is 83%.
Information Science Careers in VA
Some of the careers IS majors go into include:
| Job Title | Nationwide Job Growth | Nationwide Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Software Developers | 14% | $76,447 |
| Web and Digital Interface Designers | 13% | $88,198 |
| Computer and Information Systems Managers | 10% | $175,079 |
| Computer and Information Research Scientists | 8% | $61,002 |
| Penetration Testers | 7% | $93,800 |
| Blockchain Engineers | 5% | $123,667 |
| Database Architects | 4% | $148,480 |
| Data Warehousing Specialists | 4% | $117,424 |
| Video Game Designers | 3% | $62,617 |
| Web Administrators | 1% | $62,692 |
| Computer Occupations, All Other | 0% | $159,837 |
| Document Management Specialists | -1% | $147,490 |
Related Majors in Virginia
Below are some popular majors that are similar to IS.
| Major | Annual Graduates Nationwide |
|---|---|
| Computer Information Systems | 118,381 |
| Computer Science | 79,857 |
| Information Technology | 57,935 |
| Computer Software Applications | 15,581 |
| Computer Programming | 15,336 |
| Computer Systems Networking | 15,034 |
| Computer Systems Analysis | 3,034 |
| Data Processing | 2,131 |
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