Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications at CBT Technology Institute-Cutler Bay

CBT Technology Institute-Cutler Bay serves an entirely Pell-eligible student population, and while its networking program ranks in the 60th percentile among Florida schools, the small sample size (under 30 graduates) makes these numbers less reliable than you'd like for a major financial decision. The median first-year earnings of $37,680 match Florida's median but trail the national benchmark by $5,600. More concerning, the program carries $26,096 in debt—higher than the national median and just slightly better than Florida's elevated debt levels for this credential.

The 16% earnings growth to $43,610 by year four helps close the gap, but graduates still lag behind peers at DeVry and Herzing's Florida campuses by several thousand dollars annually. For a two-year networking degree, that debt load means roughly 69% of a graduate's first-year salary goes toward what they borrowed—manageable but tight, especially for students from low-income backgrounds. The combination of below-average starting pay and above-average debt creates financial pressure during those critical early career years.

If your child is considering this program, recognize that the small cohort size means these outcomes could swing considerably for any given year. The stronger Florida programs show that better earnings are possible with similar training, so compare local alternatives carefully before committing to this debt level.