Computer Science at Georgetown College

Computer science degrees in Kentucky show a troubling pattern. While comparable programs nationwide suggest first-year earnings around $71,000, the only Kentucky program with reported outcomes—Murray State—shows graduates earning just $37,000. That's nearly half the national figure, and Georgetown College's outcomes could fall anywhere in that wide range.

The estimated $25,000 debt load seems manageable against national computer science earnings, but less so if this program tracks closer to Kentucky's reality. A debt-to-earnings ratio that looks reasonable at 0.35 nationally becomes more concerning at 0.68 if Kentucky market conditions dominate. With 74% of applicants admitted and average SAT scores around 1150, Georgetown draws students who might struggle to land the competitive tech positions that justify computer science degrees financially.

The core issue here is uncertainty. We're working from national estimates for a program whose actual graduates could face very different outcomes. Given that Kentucky's tech market appears substantially weaker than the national average, and Georgetown's selective placement into high-paying roles remains unknown, families should have a concrete Plan B. If your child doesn't land a $60,000+ job within a year of graduation, that debt becomes a much heavier burden—and Kentucky's track record suggests that's a real possibility worth preparing for.