Computer and Information Sciences at CUNY New York City College of Technology
Associate's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How CUNY New York City College of Technology graduates compare to all programs nationally
CUNY New York City College of Technology graduates earn $21k, placing them in the 5th percentile of all computer and information sciences associates programs nationally.
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in New York
Computer and Information Sciences associates's programs at peer institutions in New York (38 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CUNY New York City College of Technology | $21,375 | $56,384 | — | — |
| Nassau Community College | $39,199 | $59,698 | $14,440 | 0.37 |
| Erie Community College | $35,253 | $44,341 | $12,000 | 0.34 |
| Monroe Community College | $33,038 | — | $11,500 | 0.35 |
| CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College | $26,582 | $45,835 | $9,500 | 0.36 |
| Monroe University | $22,788 | $36,928 | $14,864 | 0.65 |
| National Median | $35,760 | — | $14,932 | 0.42 |
Other Computer and Information Sciences Programs in New York
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across New York schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nassau Community College Garden City | $6,330 | $39,199 | $14,440 |
| Erie Community College Buffalo | $6,100 | $35,253 | $12,000 |
| Monroe Community College Rochester | $5,856 | $33,038 | $11,500 |
| CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College New York | $5,170 | $26,582 | $9,500 |
| Monroe University Bronx | $17,922 | $22,788 | $14,864 |
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 CUNY New York City College of Technology, approximately 55% 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.
Sample Size: Based on 22 graduates with reported earnings and 10 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.