Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications at DeVry University-Ohio

DeVry's networking program costs substantially more than typical community college alternatives while delivering middle-of-the-pack earnings. That $32,882 median debt sits in the 95th percentile nationally—meaning 95% of similar programs saddle students with less debt. Compare this to Sinclair Community College, where graduates earn nearly identical salaries ($45,772 vs. $44,735) but presumably carry far less debt as a community college student.

The earnings themselves aren't terrible. Starting at $44,735 and climbing to $51,108 after four years represents solid growth in a stable field, and these numbers beat the national median for networking programs. Among Ohio's 17 programs, this lands squarely at the state median. But here's the issue: you're paying premium private-school prices for outcomes that Ohio's community colleges match or exceed. The 0.74 debt-to-earnings ratio means your child would owe nearly nine months of their first year's salary—manageable but far from ideal when cheaper pathways exist.

For families without significant savings, this creates an uncomfortable tradeoff. The nearly $33,000 in debt will take years to repay on a $45,000 salary, especially when Sinclair or other community colleges offer similar career prospects at a fraction of the cost. Unless DeVry's flexible scheduling or specific industry connections matter significantly for your family's situation, Ohio's public options deliver better value for this credential.