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 New Jersey colleges that offer information science degrees.

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The Richard Stockton College of New Jersey

Also known as Stockton State

Castle Point On Hudson, Hoboken, NJ

The Richard Stockton College of New Jersey is a liberal arts college that offers an undergraduate education and helps students in developing important skills useful in pursuit of graduate education or employment. A liberal arts curriculum exposes students to a variety of topics and subjects. The school is located in Galloway, New Jersey, which is a predominantly rural area. Approximately seven thousand students are enrolled per year at The Richard Stockton College of New Jersey.

Students can pick from many areas of study, including:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Education
• Psychology
• Social Sciences
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences
• Health And Clinical Professions

The admissions process will begin with the submission of an application, student records, and test scores, which are then reviewed by the admissions committee. Most common test scores among applicants admitted to Stockton State are between 19 - 23 on the ACT, or 1430 - 1730 on the SAT exam. 65% of students that apply are accepted to The Richard Stockton College of New Jersey, of which 30 percent choose to enroll. More information on admissions can be found here.

Tuition & fees at this school are different for in-state and nonresidents. In-state tuition costs around $13,000 per year, while out-of-state tuition costing $20,000 annually. On-campus housing is available for students and costs around $8,000 for the year. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the necessary requirements by way of scholarships, grants, and loans.

The Richard Stockton College of New Jersey has a variety of athletic programs overseen by the NCAA. Athletic programs available include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division III)
• Field Hockey (NCAA Division III)
• Lacrosse (NCAA Division III)

Students may take a look at the school's http://www.stockton.edu to see additional information.

Students Enrolled in the Information Science Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Stockton State offers a bachelor's degree program in information science.

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

• Nassau County-Suffolk County, NY Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 2
  • Average Hourly Rate: $75.28
  • Average Annual Salary: $156580
• Newark, NJ-PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 5
  • Average Hourly Rate: $80.26
  • Average Annual Salary: $166940

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).