Computer and Information Sciences at Gordon State College

Georgia's computer science associate degree programs typically produce stronger outcomes than these national estimates suggest for Gordon State. While peer programs across the state show median first-year earnings of $42,285, Gordon State's figures are derived from a broader national pool and come in at $35,761—about $6,500 lower than what similar Georgia programs actually report. The estimated debt of $12,500 is relatively modest and well below both state and national medians, yielding a manageable 0.35 debt-to-earnings ratio.

The gap between Gordon State's estimated outcomes and Georgia's reported figures raises questions worth exploring directly with the school. It's possible that Gordon State's program serves a different student population or feeds into different career paths than other Georgia programs. However, the $42,285 figure from Georgia Military College represents what comparable programs in the state are actually achieving with their graduates. For nearly half of Gordon State's students receiving Pell grants, that $6,500 difference in first-year earnings represents real purchasing power.

Before committing, contact Gordon State's career services to learn where recent graduates actually land and what they're earning. The light debt load means this program won't become an anchor, but you'll want to understand whether Gordon State's outcomes align more closely with its Georgia peers or with the broader national pool of smaller programs. The answer will determine whether this represents solid value or simply safe debt.