Computer and Information Sciences at Bryant University

Four years out, Bryant graduates in computer science are earning $82,599—a solid outcome that suggests strong career momentum in a field where experience quickly translates to higher compensation. The first-year estimate of $61,322 comes from national benchmarks for similar programs, though Rhode Island's median of $67,736 hints that local tech salaries may run higher. Given Bryant's business-oriented approach and smaller class sizes, actual outcomes could differ substantially from these national projections.

The estimated debt of $25,860 creates a manageable 0.42 ratio against first-year earnings, meaning graduates could theoretically dedicate less than half their salary to debt repayment. Even if actual starting salaries fall closer to the Rhode Island median, the debt load appears sustainable for a field with clear earning potential. What matters most here is the trajectory: that jump from year one to year four demonstrates the kind of salary growth computer science degrees typically enable.

The key uncertainty is whether Bryant's specific program delivers closer to national or state outcomes. With only five computer science programs in Rhode Island and suppressed data here, you're essentially betting on Bryant's reputation and network to close the gap between the $61,322 national baseline and the $67,736 state median. The fourth-year figure suggests that bet pays off, but those first crucial years carry more uncertainty than programs with published graduate outcomes.