Computer and Information Sciences, General
Bachelor's degree · Virginia Commonwealth University · Richmond, VA
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Computer and Information Sciences, General at Virginia Commonwealth University earn a median of $84,338 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 $19,933, about 24% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Computer and Information Sciences, General (Bachelor's degree) at other Virginia schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Virginia-Main Campus Charlottesville | $98,067 | $16,547 |
| Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Blacksburg | $96,432 | $20,500 |
| James Madison University Harrisonburg | $81,761 | $19,500 |
| George Mason University Fairfax | $78,800 | $21,000 |
| University of Richmond University of Richmond | $76,763 | $24,500 |
| University of Mary Washington Fredericksburg | $76,301 | $19,783 |
| Marymount University Arlington | $68,364 | $27,000 |
| Strayer University-Virginia Arlington | $67,315 | $37,500 |
| Old Dominion University Norfolk | $64,530 | $23,925 |
| ECPI University Virginia Beach | $61,328 | $32,477 |
| Liberty University Lynchburg | $56,258 | $26,765 |
| Randolph-Macon College Ashland | $43,825 | $27,000 |
| Virginia State University Petersburg | $35,746 | $24,615 |
| Virginia Union University Richmond | $33,126 | $26,505 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Computer and Information Sciences, General graduates from Virginia Commonwealth University make?
The median salary is $84,338 one year after graduation and $117,373 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $19,933.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.