Management Information Systems and Services at Bradley University

A debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.39 suggests manageable financial positioning for this MIS program, though both figures are estimates drawn from comparable Illinois programs. With estimated first-year earnings of $68,285 and debt around $26,581, graduates would theoretically face monthly loan payments of roughly $300—about 5% of gross income under standard repayment terms.

The estimated earnings align with Illinois's state median for MIS programs and exceed the national median of $59,490, placing Bradley in the middle tier among state competitors. Top programs like UIUC post earnings above $77,000, while Illinois State sits considerably lower at $52,887. The estimated debt figure, however, runs higher than Illinois's typical $21,758, though it remains close to the national median of $24,000. This suggests Bradley may carry a modest debt premium compared to peer programs in the state.

For parents weighing this investment, the estimated numbers point toward reasonable—not exceptional—value. MIS degrees generally offer solid technical career paths, and Bradley's selective admission profile (SAT 1237, 77% acceptance) suggests decent academic preparation. The real risk is that these estimates could miss program-specific strengths or weaknesses that actual graduate outcomes would reveal. If Bradley's career placement in tech roles matches these peer benchmarks, the financial picture works. If not, that debt-to-earnings cushion narrows quickly.