Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management at Bryant & Stratton College-Wauwatosa

Bryant & Stratton College-Wauwatosa graduates start significantly behind their Wisconsin peers—earning $31,581 in their first year compared to the state median of $42,321. That's a concerning $11,000 gap, and the earnings lag widens when you compare to nearby technical colleges like Madison Area Technical College ($55,000) or Waukesha County Technical College ($46,000). While debt levels are modest at $23,137, that's still 37% higher than the typical Wisconsin program in this field.

The upside here is meaningful earnings growth—graduates see a 36% increase by year four, reaching $43,000. That trajectory eventually closes the gap with state averages, though you've lost four years of higher earnings compared to starting at a technical college. The program serves a predominantly Pell-eligible population (57%), which may partly explain the lower initial outcomes, but parents should understand their child would likely be better positioned at one of Wisconsin's well-performing technical colleges from day one.

If your child is set on Bryant & Stratton for location or scheduling flexibility, know that patience will be required. The better move: explore Madison Area Technical College or Waukesha County Technical College, where graduates earn $12,000-$23,000 more right out of the gate with lower debt burdens.