Median Earnings (1yr)
$39,320
5th percentile
Sample Size
20
Limited data

Earnings Distribution

How Western Oregon University graduates compare to all programs nationally

Western Oregon University graduates earn $39k, placing them in the 5th percentile of all information science/studies bachelors programs nationally.

Compare to Similar Programs in Oregon

Information Science/Studies bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Oregon (2 total in state)

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
Western Oregon University$39,320
National Median$58,651$25,7500.44

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 Western Oregon University, approximately 40% 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 20 graduates with reported earnings and 18 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.