{"id":6034,"date":"2022-01-20T20:11:06","date_gmt":"2022-01-20T20:11:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.computerscience.org\/?p=6034"},"modified":"2023-10-19T13:22:46","modified_gmt":"2023-10-19T13:22:46","slug":"best-bachelors-in-database-management-2022","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.computerscience.org\/degrees\/bachelors\/database-management\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Bachelor&#8217;s in Database Management"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Businesses rely on database administrators to capture and store vast amounts of data. These IT professionals design, program, and deploy databases to house and safeguard sensitive information. They also organize and maintain existing databases. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bls.gov\/ooh\/computer-and-information-technology\/database-administrators.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Bureau of Labor Statistics<\/a> (BLS) projects 8% job growth for database administrators between 2020-2030.<\/p>\r\n<p>A bachelor's in database management can provide the education and technical training needed for entry-level positions. According to the BLS, database administrators and architects made a median annual salary of $98,860 in 2020.<\/p>\r\n<p>Students can earn a database management bachelor's online or on campus. Many schools offer majors or concentrations in <a href=\"\/data-science\/\">data science<\/a>, computer science, or information technology with database management coursework.<\/p>\r\n<p>The following page ranks the five top bachelor's in database management. We also provide more information about each program and the major.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"relative py-3 my-10\">\n  <div class=\"sonic-editorial-bg absolute top-0 right-1\/2 left-1\/2 block h-full w-screen -mr-1\/2vw -ml-1\/2vw bg-gray-50\"><\/div>\n    <h2 class=\"text-center mb-8\">Top Online Bachelor's in Database Management Programs<\/h2>\n      <p class=\"text-center mb-8\">Explore programs of your interests with the high-quality standards and flexibility you need to take your career to the next level.<\/p>\n    <sonic-editorial-listings\n    limit=\"4\"\n    layout=\"grid\"\n    offset=\"0\"\n  ><\/sonic-editorial-listings>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\r\n\r\n<h2>Top 5 Database Management Bachelor's Degrees<\/h2>\r\n<p>This ranking helps simplify the search for the best database management bachelor's degrees. Our methodology looks at several factors, including academic quality and program availability. We retrieve this information from the National Center for Education Statistics, which analyzes and publishes education statistics in the United States.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\n<div class=\"sonic-interlink duration-500 flex hover:shadow-lg bg-primary-700 \">\n    <a target=\"_self\" href=\"https:\/\/www.accounting.com\/methodology\/\" class=\"flex items-center p-8 relative rounded w-full transition-opacity duration-500 hover:opacity-75\" rel=\"noopener\">\n                <span class=\"text-white block w-full\">\n          <span class=\"interlink-content flex justify-between items-center\">\n            <div>\n                                                <span class=\"title leading-snug\">Read our ranking methodology<\/span>\n                            <\/div>\n            <sonic-icon class=\"ml-3 md:ml-0\" icon=\"arrow-circle-right\" size=\"small\" color=\"#fff\"><\/sonic-icon>\n          <\/span>\n        <\/span>\n    <\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\r\n\r\n  \n    <section class=\"v3-rankings \" data-ranking=\"e6cd66d5-9fc5-47a1-ac03-ab10f586f081\" data-title=\"\" data-preamp=\"rankings\" layout=\"v3\" data-cy=\"v3-rankings\" data-v3-rankings data-ranking-type=ranked data-ranking-title=CompSci&#x20;&#x7C;&#x20;Database&#x20;Management&#x20;Bachelor&#x27;s>\n                                                            <p class=\"sponsored-disclosure\">\n                We use trusted sources like\n                                the National Center for Education Statistics to inform the data for these schools.\n                <sonic-tooltip label=\"Sponsored results\">ComputerScience.org is an advertising-supported site. 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Degree-seekers choose from 40 majors and 12 pre-professional programs. Students study in classrooms with a 13-to-1 student-to-faculty ratio. More than 90% of students live on campus.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Bachelor's in Data Science<\/h3>\n<p>The computer science department administers the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dordt.edu\/academics\/undergraduate-degrees\/bachelors-degrees\/data-science\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><u>bachelor's degree in data science<\/u><\/a>. Students learn how to work with and manage datasets. The curriculum blends computer science, statistics, and math courses.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>An introductory course explores information systems design, including SQL database access.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Students complete required coursework in computer programming I and II, data structures, and database systems design. Enrollees can use an elective credit to learn network systems administration. Students can participate in research alongside faculty and build experience through internships.<\/p>\n<p>The actuarial science and math clubs offer extracurricular activities. During monthly lunches, female students can engage with faculty and peers in computer science.<\/p>\n<h4>Applying to Dordt<\/h4>\n<p>Applicants need a minimum 2.25 high school GPA and SAT or ACT scores. High school graduates should have completed a college preparation curriculum.<\/p>\n<h4>Program at a Glance<\/h4>\n<ul>\n  <li><strong>Accreditation:<\/strong> Higher Learning Commission (HLC)<\/li>\n  <li><strong>Tuition<\/strong>: $17,000\/semester<\/li>\n  <li><strong>Program Length<\/strong>: 4 years<\/li>\n  <li><strong>Delivery Format<\/strong>: On campus<\/li>\n  <li><strong>Percentage Awarded Loans: <\/strong>54%<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <!-- data: inline -->\n        <div class=\"data-inline-wrapper\">\n          <div class=\"tuition-wrapper\">\n          <div class=\"stat-header\"> Average Undergrad Tuition <\/div>\n            <div class=\"stat-content\">\n                <div class=\"stat-label\">\n                    In-state\n                <\/div>\n                <div class=\"stat \">\n                    $31,210\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"stat-content\">\n                <div class=\"stat-label\">\n  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   data-position=4\n      data-school\n    >\n      <!-- rank -->\n      <div class=\"flex-card overflow-hidden\">\n        <div\n        id=\"content-wrapper-94a92ee5-e402-56b4-bc9d-cf8331c89769\"\n        class=\"content-wrapper1\">\n        <p class=\"rank\">\n        #2  \n        <\/p>\n\n        <!-- title -->\n        <h3 class=\"title\">\n                    Aquinas College\n                <\/h3>\n\n        <!-- General Info -->\n        <ul class=\"general-info max-w-max\">\n                            <li><sonic-icon class=\"mb-1 pr-1\" icon=\"location-marker\" type=\"solid\" size=\"x-small\" color=\"#506167\"><\/sonic-icon>Grand Rapids, MI<\/li>\n                                        <li>4 years<\/li>\n                                        <li>Campus<\/li>\n                    <\/ul>\n          <!-- content -->\n          <div class=\"content\"><p>Aquinas College is a private liberal arts college located in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The Catholic school offers 100 majors and minors. Nontraditional learners choose from majors such as computer information systems and business administration.<\/p>\n<h3>BS in Data Analytics<\/h3>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.aquinas.edu\/data-analytics\/degrees\/data-analytics-major-bs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><u>BS in data analytics<\/u><\/a> teaches students basic computer programming skills and how to use analytics software. The major requires 47 credits that include management and marketing courses. Mathematics and statistics coursework helps develop the analytical thinking skills students need to address data analysis problems.<\/p>\n<p>Students complete a lab that teaches basic database and file management functions. This includes tasks such as creating reports and retrieving database information.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>The database management degree teaches database theory and how to program data structures with C#. Students apply their data analytics skills during an optional internship and a required class project.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4>Applying to AQ<\/h4>\n<p>Admission requires a high school diploma or GED certificate and transcripts. Transfer applicants must have a minimum cumulative 2.0 GPA.<\/p>\n<h4>Program at a Glance<\/h4>\n<ul>\n  <li><strong>Accreditation:<\/strong> Higher Learning Commission (HLC)<\/li>\n  <li><strong>Tuition<\/strong>: $552\/credit<\/li>\n  <li><strong>Program Length<\/strong>: 4 years<\/li>\n  <li><strong>Delivery Format<\/strong>: On campus<\/li>\n  <li><strong>Percentage Awarded Loans: <\/strong>51%<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <!-- data: inline -->\n        <div class=\"data-inline-wrapper\">\n          <div class=\"tuition-wrapper\">\n          <div class=\"stat-header\"> Average Undergrad Tuition <\/div>\n            <div class=\"stat-content\">\n                <div class=\"stat-label\">\n                    In-state\n                <\/div>\n                <div class=\"stat \">\n                    $33,256\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"stat-content\">\n                <div class=\"stat-label\">\n                    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        78%\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"stat-content\">\n                <div class=\"stat-label\">\n                    Acceptance Rate\n                <\/div>\n                <div class=\"stat \">\n                    69%\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"stat-content\">\n                <div class=\"stat-label\">\n                    Students Enrolled\n                <\/div>\n                <div class=\"stat \">\n                    1,600\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"stat-content\">\n                <div class=\"stat-label\">\n                    Institution Type\n                <\/div>\n                <div class=\"stat\">\n                    Private\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"stat-content\">\n                <div class=\"stat-label\">\n                    Percent Online Enrollment\n                <\/div>\n  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rank -->\n      <div class=\"flex-card overflow-hidden\">\n        <div\n        id=\"content-wrapper-1f9a1405-e94c-5996-ae94-d07c37cfb3bc\"\n        class=\"content-wrapper1\">\n        <p class=\"rank\">\n        #3  \n        <\/p>\n\n        <!-- title -->\n        <h3 class=\"title\">\n                    University of Michigan-Ann Arbor\n                <\/h3>\n\n        <!-- General Info -->\n        <ul class=\"general-info max-w-max\">\n                            <li><sonic-icon class=\"mb-1 pr-1\" icon=\"location-marker\" type=\"solid\" size=\"x-small\" color=\"#506167\"><\/sonic-icon>Ann Arbor, MI<\/li>\n                                        <li>4 years<\/li>\n                                        <li>Online + Campus<\/li>\n                    <\/ul>\n          <!-- content -->\n          <div class=\"content\"><p>The University of Michigan is one of the nation's top public colleges. The Ann Arbor school is a research powerhouse in various disciplines. U-M offers a comprehensive academic catalog, a strong athletics program, and an affordable education.<\/p>\n<h3>BSE\/BS in Data Science<\/h3>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/lsa.umich.edu\/lsa\/academics\/majors-minors.html#data_science-maj\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><u>BSE\/BS in data science<\/u><\/a> is a partnership program offered by the college of engineering (CoE) and college of literature, science, and the arts (LSA). CoE students earn a BSE in data science, while LSA students earn a BS in data science.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Students complete required core courses in data mining, data structures, and algorithms. All students complete a data management and applications class. Students use elective credits to deepen their database management skills.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Elective courses include database management systems, web archiving, information retrieval, and information visualization. The database management degree provides optional training in machine learning and artificial intelligence.<\/p>\n<h4>Applying to U-M<\/h4>\n<p>Admission to the database management degree requires a high school diploma or GED certificate and college prep coursework.<\/p>\n<h4>Program at a Glance<\/h4>\n<ul>\n  <li><strong>Accreditation:<\/strong> Higher Learning Commission (HLC)<\/li>\n  <li><strong>Tuition<\/strong>: $16,000-$18,000\/per year (in state); $53,000-$56,000\/per year (out of state)<\/li>\n  <li><strong>Program Length<\/strong>: 4 years&nbsp;<\/li>\n  <li><strong>Delivery Format<\/strong>: On campus<\/li>\n  <li><strong>Percentage Awarded Loans: <\/strong>29%<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <!-- data: inline -->\n        <div class=\"data-inline-wrapper\">\n          <div class=\"tuition-wrapper\">\n          <div class=\"stat-header\"> Average Undergrad Tuition <\/div>\n            <div class=\"stat-content\">\n                <div class=\"stat-label\">\n                    In-state\n                <\/div>\n                <div class=\"stat \">\n                    $16,212\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"stat-content\">\n                <div class=\"stat-label\">\n                    Out-of-state\n                <\/div>\n                <div class=\"stat \">\n                    $52,669\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"stat-header\"> Average Graduate Tuition <\/div>\n            <div class=\"stat-content\">\n                <div class=\"stat-label\">\n                    In-state\n                <\/div>\n                <div class=\"stat \">\n                    $23,890\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"stat-content\">\n                <div class=\"stat-label\">\n                    Out-of-state\n                <\/div>\n                <div class=\"stat \">\n                    $48,204\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"data-inline\">\n            <div class=\"stat-content\">\n                <div class=\"stat-label\">\n                    Retention Rate\n                <\/div>\n                <div class=\"stat \">\n                    97%\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"stat-content\">\n                <div class=\"stat-label\">\n                    Acceptance Rate\n                <\/div>\n                <div class=\"stat \">\n                    23%\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"stat-content\">\n                <div class=\"stat-label\">\n                    Students Enrolled\n                <\/div>\n                <div class=\"stat \">\n                    48,090\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"stat-content\">\n                <div class=\"stat-label\">\n                    Institution Type\n                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<li>Campus<\/li>\n                    <\/ul>\n          <!-- content -->\n          <div class=\"content\"><p>Northeastern University offers 90 majors and concentrations on the main campus in Boston and at regional campuses. The school emphasizes experiential learning that integrates classroom learning and the real world. Students can engage in work, research, and service across the globe.<\/p>\n<h3>BS in Data Science<\/h3>\n<p>Students complete the 130-semester <a href=\"https:\/\/www.khoury.northeastern.edu\/programs\/data-science-bs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><u>BS in data science<\/u><\/a> on the Boston campus. Enrollees study various aspects of data management such as collection, manipulation, and storage. Some of the courses provide hands-on experience with labs and clinicals.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Participants learn how to program with C++. They study how to design databases, and explore the techniques used to design and implement efficient algorithms. A course focuses on large-scale information storage and retrieval. Two required courses develop students' machine learning and data mining skills.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Enrollees can use elective credit to develop specialized skills such as data management in healthcare. A notable elective teaches students how to design, develop, and implement data-management solutions within an enterprise.<\/p>\n<p>Applying to Northeastern<\/p>\n<p>Admission requires a high school diploma or GED certificate and optional SAT\/ACT scores.<\/p>\n<h4>Program at a Glance<\/h4>\n<ul>\n  <li><strong>Accreditation:<\/strong> New England Commission on Higher Education (NECHE)<\/li>\n  <li><strong>Tuition<\/strong>: $28,250\/term<\/li>\n  <li><strong>Program Length<\/strong>: 4-5 years<\/li>\n  <li><strong>Delivery Format<\/strong>: On-campus<\/li>\n  <li><strong>Percentage Awarded Loans:<\/strong> 33%<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <!-- data: inline -->\n        <div class=\"data-inline-wrapper\">\n          <div class=\"tuition-wrapper\">\n          <div class=\"stat-header\"> Average Undergrad Tuition <\/div>\n            <div class=\"stat-content\">\n                <div class=\"stat-label\">\n                    In-state\n                <\/div>\n         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About 1,5000 students are enrolled in 31 programs of study. Undergraduates pursue degrees in majors like data science and business analytics.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>BS in Data Science<\/h3>\n<p>Students pursue the 120-credit <a href=\"https:\/\/floridapoly.edu\/degree\/undergraduate\/data-science.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><u>BS in data science<\/u><\/a> on campus in Lakeland. The degree provides broad training in computer science, statistics, data mining, and machine learning. Students learn how to program using Python.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Advanced coursework covers computer networks, data structures and algorithms, and operations research. Enrollees choose one of four 12-credit concentrations in big data analytics, health systems engineering, intelligent mobility, or quantitative economics and econometrics. Students use elective credits to develop expertise in areas like AI and applied deep learning. <br>\n<\/p>\n<p>Students gain hands-on experience during an internship. They may also choose to conduct research alongside faculty.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4>Applying to Florida Poly<\/h4>\n<p>Admission requires a high school diploma or a GED certificate. Applicants need at least 18 units of college prep coursework and submit SAT or ACT scores.<\/p>\n<h4>Program at a Glance<\/h4>\n<ul>\n  <li><strong>Accreditation:<\/strong> Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)<\/li>\n  <li><strong>Tuition<\/strong>: $105\/credit (in state); $615\/credit (out of state)<\/li>\n  <li><strong>Program Length<\/strong>: 4 years<\/li>\n  <li><strong>Delivery Format<\/strong>: On campus<\/li>\n  <li><strong>Percentage Awarded Loans: <\/strong>24%<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <!-- data: inline -->\n        <div class=\"data-inline-wrapper\">\n          <div class=\"tuition-wrapper\">\n          <div class=\"stat-header\"> Average Undergrad Tuition <\/div>\n            <div class=\"stat-content\">\n                <div class=\"stat-label\">\n                    In-state\n                <\/div>\n                <div class=\"stat \">\n                    $3,152\n                <\/div>\n            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noreferrer\">Maryland<\/a><\/td>\r\n    <td><a href=\"\/online-degrees\/oregon\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Oregon<\/a><\/td>\r\n  <\/tr>\r\n  <tr>\r\n    <td><a href=\"\/online-degrees\/arkansas\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Arkansas<\/a><\/td>\r\n    <td><a href=\"\/online-degrees\/massachusetts\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Massachusetts<\/a><\/td>\r\n    <td><a href=\"\/online-degrees\/pennsylvania\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pennsylvania<\/a><\/td>\r\n  <\/tr>\r\n  <tr>\r\n    <td><a href=\"\/online-degrees\/california\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">California<\/a><\/td>\r\n    <td><a href=\"\/online-degrees\/michigan\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Michigan<\/a><\/td>\r\n    <td><a href=\"\/online-degrees\/rhode-island\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Rhode Island<\/a><\/td>\r\n  <\/tr>\r\n  <tr>\r\n    <td><a href=\"\/online-degrees\/colorado\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Colorado<\/a><\/td>\r\n    <td><a href=\"\/online-degrees\/minnesota\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Minnesota<\/a><\/td>\r\n    <td><a href=\"\/online-degrees\/south-carolina\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">South Carolina<\/a><\/td>\r\n  <\/tr>\r\n  <tr>\r\n    <td><a href=\"\/online-degrees\/connecticut\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Connecticut<\/a><\/td>\r\n    <td><a href=\"\/online-degrees\/mississippi\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Mississippi<\/a><\/td>\r\n    <td><a href=\"\/online-degrees\/south-dakota\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">South Dakota<\/a><\/td>\r\n  <\/tr>\r\n  <tr>\r\n    <td><a href=\"\/online-degrees\/delaware\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Delaware<\/a><\/td>\r\n    <td><a href=\"\/online-degrees\/missouri\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Missouri<\/a><\/td>\r\n    <td><a href=\"\/online-degrees\/tennessee\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tennessee<\/a><\/td>\r\n  <\/tr>\r\n  <tr>\r\n    <td><a href=\"\/online-degrees\/florida\/\">Florida<\/a><\/td>\r\n    <td><a href=\"\/online-degrees\/montana\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Montana<\/a><\/td>\r\n    <td><a href=\"\/online-degrees\/texas\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Texas<\/a><\/td>\r\n  <\/tr>\r\n  <tr>\r\n    <td><a href=\"\/online-degrees\/georgia\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Georgia<\/a><\/td>\r\n    <td><a href=\"\/online-degrees\/nebraska\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Nebraska<\/a><\/td>\r\n    <td><a href=\"\/online-degrees\/utah\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Utah<\/a><\/td>\r\n  <\/tr>\r\n  <tr>\r\n    <td><a href=\"\/online-degrees\/hawaii\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Hawaii<\/a><\/td>\r\n    <td><a 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