Below are the key facts about graduate study in computer & information sciences at RISD. It is offered at the Master’s level, with undergraduate study also available. It ranks as high as #4 out of 4 schools (Master’s level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
College Factual ranks RISD as a strong choice for computer & information sciences, ranked #201 out of 1,740 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Computer & Information Sciences Schools | 201 of 1,740 |
| Best Computer & Information Sciences Schools in Rhode Island | 4 of 11 |
| Best Computer & Information Sciences Schools in the New England Region | 30 of 102 |
Here is each degree level granted in computer & information sciences at RISD, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 62 |
| Master’s | 13 |
This computer & information sciences area of study at RISD includes the following specific majors. Select a major to see its rankings, popularity, salary, and diversity details:
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Computer Software and Media Applications | 75 |
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, Rhode Island School of Design awarded 13 master’s degrees in computer & information sciences.
RISD ranks competitively among schools offering computer & information sciences at the master’s level. Its best result was #4 out of 4 schools by College Factual.
In the most recent graduating class, 23% of computer & information sciences master’s degrees went to men and 77% went to women.
The largest share of computer & information sciences master’s degree graduates at RISD were White. About 54% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Rhode Island School of Design with a master’s in computer & information sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 1 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 7 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 5 |
| Other Races | 0 |
This field is also offered at the undergraduate level at RISD. The following undergraduate award levels are reported.
| Undergraduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s Degrees in Computer & Information Sciences | 62 |