Best colleges for Information Science/Studies in Minnesota
Ranked by graduate earnings
Metropolitan State University, Century College and Saint Mary's University of Minnesota award the most Information Science/Studies degrees in Minnesota: 33, 17 and 10 graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25). 10 Minnesota colleges offer Information Science/Studies and award 100 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 | Metropolitan State University Saint Paul Public · Bachelor's degree | $64,382 | 33 | 44% | — | $25,000 |
| 2 | Rasmussen University - Minnesota St. Cloud Private for-profit · Bachelor's degree Online Small program | $64,329 | 10 | 53% | $19,944 | $22,632 |
| 3 | Minnesota State University Moorhead Moorhead Public · Bachelor's degree Small program | $49,625 | 9 | 57% | — | $13,773 |
| 4 | Saint Mary's University of Minnesota Winona Private not-for-profit · Bachelor's degree Small program | $25,534 | 10 | 66% | $18,163 | $21,999 |
Colleges awarding the most Information Science/Studies degrees in Minnesota
Top 7 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 | Metropolitan State University Saint Paul Public | 33 | $64,382 |
| 2 | Century College White Bear Lake Public | 17 | Not reported |
| 3 | Saint Mary's University of Minnesota Winona Private not-for-profit | 10 | $25,534 |
| 4 | Minnesota State University Moorhead Moorhead Public | 9 | $49,625 |
| 5 | Alexandria Technical & Community College Alexandria Public | 7 | Not reported |
| 6 | University of Northwestern-St Paul Saint Paul Private not-for-profit | 3 | Not reported |
| 7 | Bemidji State University Bemidji Public | 1 | Not reported |
ShowHide the other 3 Minnesota colleges offering Information Science/Studies
| Institution | City | Control | Graduates / yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rasmussen University - Minnesota (Online) | St. Cloud | Private for-profit | 10 |
| North Hennepin Community College | Brooklyn Park | Public | 7 |
| Rochester Community and Technical College | Rochester | Public | 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 Minnesota
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Common questions
Answers for students comparing Information Science/Studies programs in Minnesota.
Which Minnesota colleges award the most Information Science/Studies degrees?+
Metropolitan State University (33 graduates a year), Century College (17 graduates a year) and Saint Mary's University of Minnesota (10 graduates a year) award the most Information Science/Studies degrees in Minnesota, per IPEDS 2024–25 completions. In all, 10 Minnesota colleges offer Information Science/Studies.
Which Information Science/Studies program in Minnesota has the highest-earning graduates?+
By median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard, Metropolitan State University tops the list at $64,382. 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 Minnesota?+
The average annual wage for Computer and Information Research Scientists in Minnesota is $137,690 (median $135,850), across about 30 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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