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 Washington colleges that offer information science degrees.

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University of Washington – Bothell Campus

Also known as UWB, UW-B, UW-Bothell

1126 Pacific Avenue, Suite 101, Tacoma, WA

UWB provides a variety of program options for students to assist them in their growth and development. The school is located in Bothell, Washington and publically funded. Approximately 3,300 students are enrolled yearly at UWB.

Areas of study available at UWB include but are not limited to:

• Business Administration
• Nursing
• Interdisciplinary Studies
• Education
• Computer

The admissions process will begin with the submission of an application, school records, and standardized test scores, which are then reviewed by the admissions staff. Students may provide either the ACT or SAT exam scores to be considered for admissions at this school. A score between 1350 to 1700 on the SAT, or 19 to 25 for the ACT is common among accepted students. UWB has an acceptance rate of about 74 percent of which only 34 percent chose to attend. More information regarding admissions can be found here.

Tuition & fees at University of Washington - Bothell Campus vary for in-state and nonresidents. In-state tuition costs nearly $11,000 per year, while out-of-state tuition costing $30,000 annually. Housing is available for students and costs around $6,900 for the year. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the required requirements by way of grants or student loans.

Contact information, academics information, programs offered, and much more can be accessed on school's website at http://www.bothell.washington.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

• Seattle-Bellevue-Everett, WA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 8
  • Average Hourly Rate: $73.66
  • Average Annual Salary: $153220
• Tacoma-Lakewood, WA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 270
  • Average Hourly Rate: $51.94
  • Average Annual Salary: $108030

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).