Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management at Arizona State University Digital Immersion

Arizona State's Digital Immersion IT management program lands graduates at roughly the median for similar Arizona programs, with first-year earnings of $61,985—nearly $4,000 above the national benchmark but essentially matching what other ASU campus-based students earn in the same field. The $32,375 in typical debt translates to a manageable 0.52 debt-to-earnings ratio, meaning graduates owe roughly half their first-year salary. While that's somewhat higher than the national median debt for this program, it's not unusual for Arizona schools, where all five institutions offering this degree cluster around similar debt levels.

The value proposition here is straightforward rather than exceptional. Your child will likely start in the low-$60,000s—solid compensation for a recent graduate—with debt that should be repayable within a reasonable timeframe. The digital immersion format may offer flexibility advantages over traditional campus programs, though the outcomes data suggests graduates don't earn a premium for that delivery method. With nearly two-fifths of students receiving Pell grants, this program clearly serves students from diverse economic backgrounds.

For families specifically comparing Arizona options, this performs on par with the campus-based ASU program and edges out University of Phoenix slightly. The robust sample size (100+ graduates) makes these numbers reliable. If your child wants IT management credentials from a recognized state university with flexible delivery, this delivers predictable middle-of-the-pack results—not a bargain, but not overpriced either.