Based on U.S. Department of Education data (October 2025 release).
Earnings Distribution
How Central Michigan University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
| School | 1 Year | 4 Years | Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Michigan University | $98,460 | $94,443 | -4% |
| Columbia University in the City of New York | $170,595 | $174,684 | +2% |
| Western Governors University | $102,028 | $110,090 | +8% |
| University of Alabama at Birmingham | $79,989 | $106,108 | +33% |
| Baker College | $91,337 | $71,741 | -21% |
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Management Information Systems and Services masters's programs at peer institutions in Michigan (8 total in state)
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Central Michigan UniversityMount Pleasant | $14,190 | $98,460 | $94,443 | — | — |
 Baker CollegeOwosso | $12,810 | $91,337 | $71,741 | — | — |
 Cleary UniversityHowell | $24,842 | $85,807 | — | — | — |
| National Median | — | $77,664 | — | — | — |
Career Paths
Occupations commonly associated with management information systems and services graduates
Computer and Information Systems Managers
Database Architects
Data Warehousing Specialists
Computer Programmers
Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary
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About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Central Michigan University, approximately 31% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.