Information Science Degree

The exciting field of Information Science is a college degree track emphasizing the collection, analysis, manipulation, storage, classification, movement, dissemination, and protection of information. With the various computer-based disciplines required to become an information science specialist, selecting the right college is critical. Get more details below including other Pennsylvania colleges that offer information science degrees.

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Elizabethtown College (Edinboro)

219 Meadville Street, Edinboro, PA

Elizabethtown College, a nonprofit private institution, offers an assortment of educational opportunities, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania, the school offers a rural setting for students to study in. The school maintains a Church of Brethren affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. Over 2,400 students enroll at Elizabethtown College per year.

Areas of study available at Elizabethtown College include:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Education
• Communications And Journalism
• Health And Clinical Professions

The admissions process starts with the submission of an application, student records, and test scores, which are then reviewed by the admissions staff. The most common standardized test scores among applicants admitted to this school are in the range of 21 to 27 for the ACT exam, or 1020 to 1230 for the SAT exam. 66% of applicants are admitted to this school, of which 22% choose to enroll. More information on admissions can be found here.

The cost of tuition is approximately $38,000, but may change each year. Students are encouraged to use the school's price of attendance calculator to better estimate their cost of attendance. Student housing is available on-campus for students. The yearly cost of housing is about $4,800. Elizabethtown College may provide financial aid for students that are eligible as scholarships, grants, and loans.

The Elizabethtown College Blue Jays participate in several intercollegiate athletic programs, with competitions managed and overseen by the NCAA. Sports available:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Field Hockey (NCAA Division III)
• Golf (NCAA Division III)

To see a full list of areas of study, programs, enrollment information, student services, and more, please visit the school's website at http://www.etown.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Information Science Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Edinboro has offered the following academic levels for students:

• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Computer and Information Systems Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as electronic data processing, information systems, systems analysis, and computer programming.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, computer and information systems managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 15.4% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Erie, PA
  • Total Employment: 110
  • Average Hourly Rate: $57.03
  • Average Annual Salary: $118630

Computer and Information Research Scientists

Description

Conduct research into fundamental computer and information science as theorists, designers, or inventors. Develop solutions to problems in the field of computer hardware and software.

Software Developers, Systems Software

Description

Research, design, develop, and test operating systems-level software, compilers, and network distribution software for medical, industrial, military, communications, aerospace, business, scientific, and general computing applications. Set operational specifications and formulate and analyze software requirements. May design embedded systems software. Apply principles and techniques of computer science, engineering, and mathematical analysis.

Software Quality Assurance Engineers and Testers

Description

Develop and execute software test plans in order to identify software problems and their causes.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).