Accounting at Indiana Institute of Technology-College of Professional Studies

Indiana Tech's accounting program starts strong with first-year earnings of $62,287—placing it fourth among Indiana schools and well above both state ($57,029) and national ($53,694) medians. The modest debt load of $29,048 is reasonable, especially for a school where 53% of students receive Pell grants, suggesting the program serves economically disadvantaged students effectively. However, these numbers come from a very small graduating class (under 30 students), which means they could shift significantly in future years.

The concerning pattern is what happens next: earnings drop to $52,151 by year four, a 16% decline that's unusual for accounting graduates. This could reflect graduates moving from high-paying entry positions to different roles, or it might simply be statistical noise given the tiny sample size. Among Indiana accounting programs, this ranks at the 60th percentile—solid but not exceptional in a state with strong programs at Notre Dame, Purdue, and several other institutions.

For families comparing options, the low debt combined with strong initial placement makes this worth considering if your student has been admitted and the net price is competitive. But given the small sample and unexpected earnings trajectory, you'd want to ask the program directly about graduate outcomes and career paths. If other Indiana schools offer similar or lower net costs, their larger track records might provide more reliable data points for decision-making.