Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management at Hodges University

A debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.49 suggests a manageable financial picture for this program—less than half a year's salary to repay—though both figures come from comparable Florida tech programs rather than Hodges' own graduates. The estimated $54,385 first-year earnings align almost exactly with Florida's median for these programs, while the estimated $26,766 debt sits notably below both the state median ($31,737) and national benchmark ($27,000). If these estimates hold true, graduates would be entering a field where entry-level salaries can cover debt obligations within a reasonable timeframe.

The challenge is context. Similar programs across Florida show significant variation, with University of Miami graduates earning $73,000 and several community college programs producing $54,000-$59,000 outcomes. Hodges sits in a private university category that typically carries higher tuition than public alternatives, yet the debt estimate here is lower than the state average. Whether that translates to actual value depends on factors these estimates can't capture—like Hodges' specific employer connections in Southwest Florida or how their curriculum stacks up against established competitors in Orlando and Jacksonville.

For parents, the key question is whether Hodges offers something beyond what nearby Florida Gulf Coast University or community college pathways might provide at potentially lower cost. The estimated numbers suggest workable debt, but without actual graduate outcomes from this specific program, you're making a bet on Hodges' execution rather than proven results.