Informatics Major

Description: A program that focuses on computer systems from a user-centered perspective and studies the structure, behavior and interactions of natural and artificial systems that store, process and communicate information. Includes instruction in information sciences, human computer interaction, information system analysis and design, telecommunications structure and information architecture and management. Is Informatics the right major for you?
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Informatics Major

Salary Info

Median Annual Wage

$103,150

Median Hourly Wage

$49.59*

Total Employed Nationally

24,900


Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2010 wage data external site and 2008-2018 employment projections external site. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2008-2018). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.