Best colleges for Information Science/Studies in California
Ranked by graduate earnings
University of California-Berkeley, San Jose State University and University of California-Riverside award the most Information Science/Studies degrees and certificates in California: 652, 68 and 58 graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25). 9 California colleges offer Information Science/Studies and award 860 degrees and certificates a year in all.
The Information Science/Studies program focuses on the creation, organization, management, and use of recorded information. It encompasses various professional activities, including information management, librarianship, and archiving,…
Top institution, ranked by graduate earnings
Ranked by median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard. Programs with fewer than 20 graduates a year, a graduation rate under 30%, or online, degree-completion or graduate-only status rank after the rest.
| # | Institution | Starting salary (1 yr) | Graduates / yr | Grad rate | Net price | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | University of California-Riverside Riverside Public · Bachelor's degree | $76,090 | 58 | 76% | — | $24,417 |
Colleges awarding the most Information Science/Studies degrees in California
Top 7 by graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25 completions). Online, degree-completion and graduate-only schools, and schools with a graduation rate under 30% are listed in full below.
| # | Institution | Graduates / yr | Starting salary (1 yr) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | University of California-Berkeley Berkeley Public | 652 | Not reported |
| 2 | San Jose State University San Jose Public | 68 | Not reported |
| 3 | University of California-Riverside Riverside Public | 58 | $76,090 |
| 4 | University of Southern California Los Angeles Private not-for-profit | 18 | Not reported |
| 5 | California Lutheran University Thousand Oaks Private not-for-profit | 8 | Not reported |
| 6 | University of California-Los Angeles Los Angeles Public | 7 | Not reported |
| 7 | University of the West Rosemead Private not-for-profit | 1 | Not reported |
ShowHide the other 2 California colleges offering Information Science/Studies
| Institution | City | Control | Graduates / yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| Claremont Graduate University (Graduate only) | Claremont | Private not-for-profit | 43 |
| Naval Postgraduate School (Graduate only) | Monterey | Public | 5 |
Career outlook
What this program leads to: Computer and Information Research Scientists (SOC 15-1221).
Top skills
What Computer and Information Research Scientists earn in California
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Common questions
Answers for students comparing Information Science/Studies programs in California.
Which California colleges award the most Information Science/Studies degrees?+
University of California-Berkeley (652 graduates a year), San Jose State University (68 graduates a year) and University of California-Riverside (58 graduates a year) award the most Information Science/Studies degrees and certificates in California, per IPEDS 2024–25 completions. In all, 9 California colleges offer Information Science/Studies.
Which Information Science/Studies program in California has the highest-earning graduates?+
By median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard, University of California-Riverside tops the list at $76,090. Compare it against graduates a year, graduation rate, cost, and debt in the ranked table above.
How much do Computer and Information Research Scientists earn in California?+
The average annual wage for Computer and Information Research Scientists in California is $168,580 (median $159,100), across about 8,440 jobs. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025.
What is the focus of the Information Science/Studies program?+
The Information Science/Studies program focuses on the creation, organization, management, and use of recorded information. It encompasses various professional activities, including information management, librarianship, and archiving,…
What skills will I develop in this program?+
You will develop critical thinking, reading comprehension, active listening, speaking, and related professional skills.
What is the job outlook for Computer and Information Research Scientists?+
The national job outlook is about +19.7% growth with around 3,200 annual openings (BLS Employment Projections 2024–2034).
What is the typical education requirement?+
A Master's degree is the typical entry-level education for this field (BLS).
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