Location: Takoma Park, MD•In-State Tuition: $25,200•Admission Rate: 45%•Avg SAT: 920
Est. Earnings (1yr)
$62,312
Est. from MD median (8 programs)
Est. Median Debt
$26,694
Est. from national median (17 programs)

Analysis

Maryland's Information Science programs show considerable range, with comparable bachelor's programs producing first-year earnings anywhere from the low $60,000s to over $72,000. Based on peer programs statewide, Washington Adventist's graduates would likely land near the middle of this pack at roughly $62,000—decent but trailing the state's higher performers by $10,000 or more. The estimated $26,700 in debt sits slightly above Maryland's typical burden for this field, though the resulting debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.43 remains manageable by most standards.

What's harder to assess is whether Washington Adventist's particular approach to Information Science translates into outcomes closer to University of Maryland-College Park's $70,000 level or something more modest. The 920 average SAT and 46% Pell Grant population suggest this school serves students who may need extra support launching tech careers, yet we can't verify how effectively it delivers. Similar private programs nationwide typically leave graduates with about $26,000 in debt, so the estimated figure here aligns with broader patterns.

The practical reality: if your child attends and the estimates hold, they'd face a debt payment around $270 monthly on a $62,000 salary—tight but workable for someone entering the tech sector. Still, you're betting on outcomes extrapolated from other Maryland schools rather than Washington Adventist's own track record. If affordability matters, comparing actual net costs against Maryland's public options makes sense before committing.

Where Washington Adventist University Stands

Earnings vs. debt across all information science/studies bachelors's programs nationally

Washington Adventist University (estimated ±10%)Other information science/studies programs

Dashed lines show national medians. Upper-left = best value.

Compare to Similar Programs in Maryland

Information Science/Studies bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Maryland (15 total in state)

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SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)*Earnings (4yr)Median Debt*Debt/Earnings
Washington Adventist UniversityTakoma Park$25,200$62,312*—$26,694*—
University of Maryland Global CampusAdelphi$7,992$72,140*$85,655$20,806*0.29
Strayer University-MarylandSuitland$13,920$71,167*$78,793$53,250*0.75
University of Maryland-College ParkCollege Park$11,505$70,344*$95,042$20,180*0.29
University of Maryland-Baltimore CountyBaltimore$12,952$63,334*$82,936$20,633*0.33
Salisbury UniversitySalisbury$10,638$61,290*$75,999$23,250*0.38
National Median—$58,651*—$25,750*0.44
* Estimated from similar programs

Career Paths

Occupations commonly associated with information science/studies graduates

Computer and Information Systems Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as electronic data processing, information systems, systems analysis, and computer programming.

$171,200/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Computer and Information Research Scientists

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.

$140,910/yrJobs growth:Master's degree

Software Developers

Research, design, and develop computer and network software or specialized utility programs. Analyze user needs and develop software solutions, applying principles and techniques of computer science, engineering, and mathematical analysis. Update software or enhance existing software capabilities. May work with computer hardware engineers to integrate hardware and software systems, and develop specifications and performance requirements. May maintain databases within an application area, working individually or coordinating database development as part of a team.

$131,450/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Database Architects

Design strategies for enterprise databases, data warehouse systems, and multidimensional networks. Set standards for database operations, programming, query processes, and security. Model, design, and construct large relational databases or data warehouses. Create and optimize data models for warehouse infrastructure and workflow. Integrate new systems with existing warehouse structure and refine system performance and functionality.

$123,100/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Data Warehousing Specialists

Design, model, or implement corporate data warehousing activities. Program and configure warehouses of database information and provide support to warehouse users.

$123,100/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Web and Digital Interface Designers

Design digital user interfaces or websites. Develop and test layouts, interfaces, functionality, and navigation menus to ensure compatibility and usability across browsers or devices. May use web framework applications as well as client-side code and processes. May evaluate web design following web and accessibility standards, and may analyze web use metrics and optimize websites for marketability and search engine ranking. May design and test interfaces that facilitate the human-computer interaction and maximize the usability of digital devices, websites, and software with a focus on aesthetics and design. May create graphics used in websites and manage website content and links.

$95,380/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Video Game Designers

Design core features of video games. Specify innovative game and role-play mechanics, story lines, and character biographies. Create and maintain design documentation. Guide and collaborate with production staff to produce games as designed.

$95,380/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary

Teach courses in computer science. May specialize in a field of computer science, such as the design and function of computers or operations and research analysis. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

$83,980/yrJobs growth:

Computer Occupations, All Other

All computer occupations not listed separately.

Web Administrators

Manage web environment design, deployment, development and maintenance activities. Perform testing and quality assurance of web sites and web applications.

Geographic Information Systems Technologists and Technicians

Assist scientists or related professionals in building, maintaining, modifying, or using geographic information systems (GIS) databases. May also perform some custom application development or provide user support.

Document Management Specialists

Implement and administer enterprise-wide document management systems and related procedures that allow organizations to capture, store, retrieve, share, and destroy electronic records and documents.

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 Washington Adventist University, approximately 46% 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.

Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 8 similar programs in MD. Actual outcomes may vary.