Best colleges for Information Science/Studies in Florida
Ranked by graduate earnings
University of South Florida, Eastern Florida State College and Florida State University award the most Information Science/Studies degrees in Florida: 280, 124 and 115 graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25). 12 Florida colleges offer Information Science/Studies and award 580 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 4 bachelor's programs, 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 | Eastern Florida State College Melbourne Public · Bachelor's degree | $57,313 | 124 | 52% | — | $27,007 |
| 2 | Strayer University - Florida Tampa Private for-profit · Bachelor's degree Online Small program | $71,167 | 4 | 100% | $17,518 | $53,250 |
| 3 | Rasmussen University - Florida Ocala Private for-profit · Bachelor's degree Small program | $64,329 | 3 | 42% | $20,261 | $22,632 |
| 4 | South University - Tampa Tampa Private for-profit · Bachelor's degree Small program | $44,682 | 3 | 23% | $26,509 | $52,173 |
Colleges awarding the most Information Science/Studies degrees in Florida
Top 10 by graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25 completions). Certificate and associate programs, 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 South Florida Tampa Public | 280 | Not reported |
| 2 | Eastern Florida State College Melbourne Public | 124 | $57,313 |
| 3 | Florida State University Tallahassee Public | 115 | Not reported |
| 4 | Nova Southeastern University Fort Lauderdale Private not-for-profit | 22 | Not reported |
| 5 | University of North Florida Jacksonville Public | 14 | Not reported |
| 6 | Bethune-Cookman University Daytona Beach Private not-for-profit | 7 | Not reported |
| 7 | Florida Atlantic University Boca Raton Public | 5 | Not reported |
| 8 | Rasmussen University - Florida Ocala Private for-profit | 3 | $64,329 |
| 9 | Florida Memorial University Miami Gardens Private not-for-profit | 2 | Not reported |
| 10 | University of Florida Gainesville Public | 1 | Not reported |
ShowHide the other 2 Florida colleges offering Information Science/Studies
| Institution | City | Control | Graduates / yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strayer University - Florida (Online) | Tampa | Private for-profit | 4 |
| South University - Tampa | Tampa | Private for-profit | 3 |
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 Florida
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Common questions
Answers for students comparing Information Science/Studies programs in Florida.
Which Florida colleges award the most Information Science/Studies degrees?+
University of South Florida (280 graduates a year), Eastern Florida State College (124 graduates a year) and Florida State University (115 graduates a year) award the most Information Science/Studies degrees in Florida, per IPEDS 2024–25 completions. In all, 12 Florida colleges offer Information Science/Studies.
Which Information Science/Studies program in Florida has the highest-earning graduates?+
By median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard, Eastern Florida State College tops the list at $57,313. 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 Florida?+
The average annual wage for Computer and Information Research Scientists in Florida is $128,620 (median $119,810), across about 1,070 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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