South Dakota · Computer and Information Sciences

Best Computer and Information Sciences institutions in South Dakota, ranked by earnings

The Computer and Information Sciences program focuses on the intersection of computing and informatics, treating computers as essential tools for problem-solving and innovation. This program is designed for students interested in…

Institutions
9
offering CIP 11.01
States offered
9
with a program page
Degrees / yr
346
IPEDS completions 2026
Median grad earnings
$61,287
1 year after graduation
With earnings data
4
College Scorecard
Median net price
$22,086
IPEDS 2026
Avg graduation rate
46%
IPEDS 2026
State pay · Computer and Information Research Scientists
BLS OEWS 2024

Top 4 institutions, ranked by graduate earnings

Earnings = median 1 year after graduation (College Scorecard).

#InstitutionGrad earnings (1 yr)CompletionsGrad rateNet priceMedian debt
1South Dakota School of Mines and Technology
Rapid City Public · Bachelor's degree
$78,1934253%$27,000
2South Dakota State University
Brookings Public · Bachelor's degree
$73,7701262%$22,748
3Dakota State University
Madison Public · Bachelor's degree
$61,28713451%$23,000
4National American University - Rapid City
Rapid City Private for-profit · Bachelor's degree
$52,12970%$22,086$53,229

Career outlook

What this program leads to: Computer and Information Research Scientists (SOC 15-1221).

Projected growth (2024–2034)
+19.7%
Much faster than average
Openings / yr (US)
~3,200
BLS Employment Projections
US median wage
$140,910
typically Master's degree

Top skills

Critical ThinkingReading ComprehensionActive ListeningSpeakingActive LearningMathematics

What Computer and Information Research Scientists earn in South Dakota

Jobs in South Dakota
BLS OEWS May 2024
State average pay
annual
Best-paying metro

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Common questions

Answers for students comparing Computer and Information Sciences programs in South Dakota.

Which Computer and Information Sciences program in South Dakota has the highest-earning graduates?+

By median earnings one year after graduation (College Scorecard), South Dakota School of Mines and Technology tops the list at $78,193. Compare it against completions, graduation rate, cost, and debt in the ranked table above.

What is the focus of the Computer and Information Sciences program?+

The Computer and Information Sciences program focuses on the intersection of computing and informatics, treating computers as essential tools for problem-solving and innovation. This program is designed for students interested in…

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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