Information Science/Studies at University of South Carolina-Upstate
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How University of South Carolina-Upstate graduates compare to all programs nationally
University of South Carolina-Upstate graduates earn $49k, placing them in the 22th percentile of all information science/studies bachelors programs nationally.
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in South Carolina
Information Science/Studies bachelors's programs at peer institutions in South Carolina (11 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of South Carolina-Upstate | $48,664 | $66,316 | $22,591* | — |
| Clemson University | $76,549 | — | $25,964* | 0.34 |
| Strayer University-South Carolina | $71,167 | $78,793 | $53,250* | 0.75 |
| College of Charleston | $63,069 | — | $22,591* | 0.36 |
| South University-Columbia | $44,682 | $60,708 | $52,173* | 1.17 |
| Coastal Carolina University | $31,322 | $75,165 | $20,336* | 0.65 |
| National Median | $58,651 | — | $25,750* | 0.44 |
Other Information Science/Studies Programs in South Carolina
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across South Carolina schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clemson University Clemson | $15,554 | $76,549 | $25,964 |
| Strayer University-South Carolina Greenville | $13,920 | $71,167 | $53,250 |
| College of Charleston Charleston | $12,978 | $63,069 | $22,591 |
| South University-Columbia Columbia | $18,238 | $44,682 | $52,173 |
| Coastal Carolina University Conway | $11,640 | $31,322 | $20,336 |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At University of South Carolina-Upstate, approximately 45% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.
Sample Size: Based on 17 graduates with reported earnings and 16 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.