Whether it's through internships, externships, experiential learning opportunities, or full-time careers, IST students and alumni make a difference in countless industries and with organizations ranging from Fortune 500 companies, to Silicon Valley startups, to government agencies, and everything in between. See which companies are hiring Penn State graduates, where alumni are living, and how much they earn by visiting the University’s “We Earn” dashboard.
100%
Of undergraduates complete internships
60%+
Of undergraduates complete multiple internships
84%+
Of undergraduates receive job offers from their internship provider
$78,000
Average starting salary for undergraduate alumni
2,100+
Professional and experiential opportunities posted to Nittany Lion Careers for IST students
700+
Employers recruit IST students annually
The College of IST offers six bachelor of science degree programs that equip students with the technological expertise, business savvy, and communication skills to thrive in today's global economy. Our programs are constantly adapting to real-world needs, ensuring our graduates are prepared with the latest knowledge and practices.
348
Cybersecurity Analytics and Operations
182
Data Sciences (Applied Data Sciences option)
34
Enterprise Technology Integration
82
Human-Centered Design and Development
216
Information Sciences and Technology
231
Security and Risk Analysis
628
College of IST Pre-major
Every industry needs the skills that IST graduates bring to the table. And as new technologies and industries emerge and as established ones evolve, our students and alumni are equipped to handle the changing needs of industry and society.
50%
Consulting
13%
Financial
12%
Technology
9%
Government/Defense Contracting
5%
Insurance/Health Care
11%
All Other Employers
Our students come to campus from across the country and around the world. After graduation, they leave campus for opportunities near and far, making meaningful impact on a global scale.
29%
Pennsylvania
14%
Virginia
8%
New York
7%
Maryland
7%
New Jersey
3%
Washington, D.C.
3%
North Carolina
All stats are for the University Park campus in 2020 unless otherwise noted.
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