Management Information Systems and Services at Bryant University

Based on comparable MIS programs nationally, Bryant's graduates can expect first-year earnings around $59,490—a figure that substantially exceeds Rhode Island's typical outcome of $47,857 for this field. While both earnings and debt figures here are estimates drawn from peer institutions rather than Bryant's specific track record, that $12,000 earnings advantage over the state median matters: it suggests graduates may be accessing higher-paying markets or better employer networks than their in-state competitors.

The estimated debt load of $26,581 sits above both the national median ($24,000) and Rhode Island's typical burden ($20,725), but the 0.45 debt-to-earnings ratio remains manageable. With only 11% of students receiving Pell grants and an average SAT of 1263, Bryant draws a relatively affluent, well-prepared student body—factors that often correlate with stronger employment outcomes even when program-specific data isn't available. For MIS specifically, where technical skills and internship connections drive early earnings, the gap between Bryant's estimated outcomes and the single reported Rhode Island competitor is notable.

The practical challenge: you're deciding whether to pay more than typical state debt for outcomes that appear stronger than state averages, but without verified graduate data from this specific program. If your family can comfortably manage the debt and your student shows genuine interest in information systems, the estimated earnings trajectory looks reasonable. If affordability is tight, recognize you're banking on Bryant's institutional reputation translating to outcomes that match these national peer estimates.