Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications at Dunwoody College of Technology

Dunwoody's networking program punches significantly above its weight class nationally, landing in the 95th percentile for graduate earnings—a rare achievement for an open-admission technical college. Graduates start at $47,217 and climb to nearly $59,000 within four years, representing 25% growth that suggests employers value the hands-on training Dunwoody provides. The $18,000 median debt is lower than both state and national averages, creating a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.38 that most graduates should handle comfortably.

Within Minnesota, however, the picture moderates. At the 60th percentile statewide, Dunwoody sits squarely in the middle of Minnesota's networking programs—behind Alexandria Tech's $49,706 but well ahead of Saint Paul College's $38,654. For Minnesota families specifically, this means you're getting solid results but not necessarily the top performer in-state. The advantage here is consistency: Dunwoody's nearly 100% admission rate means access isn't a barrier, yet outcomes remain competitive with more selective programs.

The clear takeaway is that this program delivers strong return on investment, particularly for students who value guaranteed admission and structured technical training. You're paying slightly less debt than average and earning more than 95% of similar programs nationwide, even if other Minnesota schools edge ahead slightly.