Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management at Herzing University-Brookfield

Herzing University-Brookfield graduates enter IT administration earning slightly below the national median but right at Wisconsin's average—ranking in the 60th percentile statewide. The real concern here is debt: at $41,837, graduates carry 55% more than the national median for this program, though this matches what other Wisconsin students in IT administration face. The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.73 means less than a year's salary, which is manageable for tech roles, but the high debt load reflects Wisconsin's generally expensive landscape for this degree.

The steady 10% earnings growth to $63,039 by year four suggests stable career progression, and starting at $57,229 is workable given the tech sector's additional opportunities for advancement. With 60% of students receiving Pell grants, Herzing clearly serves students who need access to IT careers, even if that access comes at a premium price. The program ties with Herzing's Madison campus and significantly outperforms UW-Oshkosh graduates, though Rasmussen edges ahead slightly.

For middle-income families, this creates a genuine calculation: your child gets quick access to a viable tech career, but they'll start with debt that's nearly $15,000 above the national norm. If your student has strong in-state public options with lower debt, explore those first. Otherwise, Herzing delivers average outcomes at above-average cost—acceptable if time-to-degree and career support justify the investment.