Computer and Information Sciences, General
Bachelor's degree · Rice University · Houston, TX
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Computer and Information Sciences, General at Rice University earn a median of $131,154 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $92,374 four years after graduating (middle half: $64,179–$128,180). Median debt is $12,373, about 9% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Computer and Information Sciences, General (Bachelor's degree) at other Texas schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| The University of Texas at Austin Austin | $111,587 | $20,500 |
| Texas Tech University Lubbock | $82,521 | $19,500 |
| Texas A&M University-College Station College Station | $81,231 | — |
| Prairie View A & M University Prairie View | $77,763 | $27,392 |
| Trinity University San Antonio | $77,311 | $24,059 |
| Texas Christian University Fort Worth | $76,826 | — |
| The University of Texas at El Paso El Paso | $73,311 | $19,869 |
| The University of Texas at San Antonio San Antonio | $72,804 | $20,892 |
| The University of Texas at Dallas Richardson | $72,472 | $17,500 |
| University of Houston Houston | $72,381 | $16,875 |
| University of North Texas Denton | $70,235 | $22,500 |
| Strayer University-Texas Farmers Branch | $67,315 | $37,500 |
| Midwestern State University Wichita Falls | $66,505 | — |
| East Texas A&M University Commerce | $58,492 | $22,062 |
| University of Houston-Downtown Houston | $56,475 | $15,830 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Computer and Information Sciences, General graduates from Rice University make?
The median salary is $131,154 one year after graduation and $213,603 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $12,373.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.