Washington · Information Science/Studies

Best Information Science/Studies institutions in Washington, ranked by earnings

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,…

Institutions
2
offering CIP 11.04
States offered
9
with a program page
Degrees / yr
299
IPEDS completions 2026
Median grad earnings
1 year after graduation
With earnings data
0
College Scorecard
Median net price
$31,900
IPEDS 2026
Avg graduation rate
80%
IPEDS 2026
State pay · Computer and Information Research Scientists
$204,290
BLS OEWS 2024

2 institutions offering Information Science/Studies in Washington

Graduate earnings are not yet reported for these institutions; ordered by completions.

#InstitutionGrad earnings (1 yr)CompletionsGrad rateNet priceMedian debt
1University of Washington - Seattle Campus
Seattle Public
28385%
2Seattle University
Seattle Private not-for-profit
1676%$31,900

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 Washington

Jobs in Washington
2,590
BLS OEWS May 2024
State average pay
$204,290
median $221,990
Best-paying metro
$214,540
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA

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Common questions

Answers for students comparing Information Science/Studies programs in Washington.

How much do Computer and Information Research Scientists earn in Washington?+

The average annual wage for Computer and Information Research Scientists in Washington is $204,290 (median $221,990), across about 2,590 jobs. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2024.

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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