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CIP 11.0199 Computer and Information Sciences

Computer and Information Sciences, Other

IPEDS Completions, US Department of Education · 2025

Total graduates

2,704

2025 · 65 schools

International share

24.2%

655 international students

Bachelor's degrees

1,996

15.9% international

Master's degrees

591

56.3% international

Overview

Computer and Information Sciences, Other is a broad field that encompasses various aspects of computing and technology beyond the traditional boundaries of computer science. This program is designed for students who are interested in exploring innovative applications of computer science principles and technologies in diverse areas.

Students in this major may engage in topics such as artificial intelligence, data analytics, cybersecurity, software engineering, and human-computer interaction. The curriculum often includes a mix of theoretical knowledge and practical skills, allowing students to tackle real-world problems and develop solutions that leverage advanced technologies.

One of the key features of this program is its flexibility. Since it covers a range of topics, students can tailor their education to their interests and career goals. This enables them to explore emerging fields such as machine learning, cloud computing, and Internet of Things (IoT), which are becoming increasingly relevant in today's digital landscape.

Moreover, the program typically emphasizes hands-on experience, often incorporating projects, internships, and collaborative work. This practical approach helps students build a strong portfolio that showcases their skills to potential employers.

Graduates of Computer and Information Sciences, Other can pursue various career paths, including software development, IT consulting, data analysis, and systems architecture. With the rapid growth of technology in virtually every industry, the demand for skilled professionals in this field continues to rise, making it a promising and dynamic area of study.

Graduates by year

Graduates by degree level (first and second majors)

AssociateBachelor'sMaster'sDoctoral

From 2003 to 2025, graduates grew 1,066% and the international share went from 3.4% to 24.2%.

International share (%)
Graduates by group, 2025
White
21.9%
Asian
32.0%
Hispanic
10.1%
Black
4.5%
Other
7.3%
Intl.
24.2%

Colleges that award this degree

In 2025, 65 schools awarded this degree as a first major. The table lists those in the 2027 U.S. News National or Liberal Arts rankings, plus the unranked schools with the most graduates.

RankSchoolStateGraduatesInternational
#4 Yale University Connecticut 10 1
#9 University of Chicago Illinois 45 39
#9 Northwestern University Illinois 3 0
#14 Carnegie Mellon University Pennsylvania 58 39
#20 University of California-Berkeley California 1,060 223
#29 University of California-San Diego California 15 1
#31 New York University New York 8 6
#34 University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Illinois 241 44
#44 Rutgers University-New Brunswick New Jersey 67 15
#95 University of Illinois at Chicago Illinois 73 16
#95 University of Missouri-Columbia Missouri 40 20
#95 Rutgers University--Camden New Jersey 1 1
#109 University of California-Santa Cruz California 22 7
#109 Temple University Pennsylvania 120 5
#116 Brigham Young University-Provo Utah 52 2
#121 University of Central Florida Florida 37 0
#191 Adelphi University New York 37 25
#191 Hofstra University New York 7 1
#219 New York Institute of Technology New York 54 32
#276 University of New Haven Connecticut 1 0
#288 Wichita State University Kansas 32 32
#299 University of Nebraska--Omaha Nebraska 6 3
#308 North Carolina Central University North Carolina 1 0
#365 University of Central Arkansas Arkansas 3 0
#365 Northern Kentucky University Kentucky 9 5
#376 University of Arkansas--Little Rock Arkansas 109 102
LAC #34 Colorado College Colorado 35 4
LAC #62 Lake Forest College Illinois 9 4
LAC #119 Ripon College Wisconsin 2 0
— California State University-Northridge California 84 1
— Northwest Missouri State University Missouri 59 3
— California State University-Dominguez Hills California 51 0
— Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College Mississippi 48 0
— University of Wisconsin-Stout Wisconsin 37 0
— ABCO Technology California 32 0
— California State University--San Bernardino California 31 1
— Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Harrisburg Pennsylvania 25 1
— California Miramar University California 16 15
— Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Berks Pennsylvania 15 0
— Delta College Michigan 11 0
— Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine Pennsylvania 10 0
— Eastern Illinois University Illinois 9 1
— Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Lehigh Valley Pennsylvania 9 0
— Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Altoona Pennsylvania 8 0
— Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Schuylkill Pennsylvania 7 0
— SUNY Polytechnic Institute New York 6 3
— Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Abington Pennsylvania 6 0
— Anderson University South Carolina 6 0
— Northwood University Michigan 5 0
— Gwynedd Mercy University Pennsylvania 5 0
— University of Advancing Technology Arizona 5 0
— University of New Hampshire at Manchester New Hampshire 4 0
— Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Beaver Pennsylvania 4 0
— Springfield College Massachusetts 3 0
— Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Shenango Pennsylvania 3 0
— Woodbury University California 2 0
— Olivet Nazarene University Illinois 2 0
— Taylor University Indiana 2 0
— Buena Vista University Iowa 2 0

Purple: international students are 25% or more of the school's graduates.

Related jobs and pay

OccupationUS employmentMean hourly wageMean annual wage
Computer and Information Research Scientists 37,200 $74.00 $153,930
Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary 35,480 — $104,420

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025.

Graduate counts: IPEDS Completions, US Department of Education, 2003–2025. Rankings: 2027 U.S. News.