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 Oklahoma colleges that offer information science degrees.

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University of Tulsa

Also known as Tulsa University

2545 E. 11th Street, Tulsa, OK

Tulsa University is a nonprofit private institution located in Tulsa, Oklahoma and provides a large number of degree programs for students. The school's Presbyterian Church affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's mission. University of Tulsa has an annual student enrollment of over 4,200.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs University of Tulsa offers:

• Legal Professions And Studies
• Engineering
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Recreation And Fitness Studies
• Psychology

The admissions process begins with the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and test scores, which are then reviewed by the admissions office. Students may submit either the ACT or SAT scores to be considered for admissions to this school. A score between 1120 to 1380 on the SAT, or 24 to 31 for the ACT is usually submitted among accepted students. This school has an acceptance rate of around 41 percent of which only 24 percent decided to attend. More information on admissions can be found here.

The cost of tuition is close to $32,000, but may change each year. Students are encouraged to visit the school's net price calculator to better estimate their cost of attending this school. Student housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is estimated to be $5,800. Some students at University of Tulsa may qualify for financial aid, which is generally offered in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The Tulsa University "Golden Hurricane" compete in a number of intercollegiate sports through participation in the NCAA. Athletic programs available may include:

• Basketball (NCAA Division I-A)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division I-A)
• Football (NCAA Division I-A)

Contact information, admission forms, areas of study offered, and more may be accessed on school's website at http://www.utulsa.edu.

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

• Tulsa, OK
  • Total Employment: 870
  • Average Hourly Rate: $50.83
  • Average Annual Salary: $105730

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).