Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services at Indiana Institute of Technology

Indiana Institute of Technology's computer science program operates in a state where the typical bachelor's graduate earns around $62,000—a benchmark that peer programs suggest this school may fall slightly short of, with estimated first-year earnings closer to $58,000. While that $29,700 in typical debt sits right at the national median for CS programs, the earnings gap matters: graduates here appear to start about $4,000 below what Indiana University-Indianapolis reports, though by year four they've closed much of that distance to nearly $68,000.

The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.52 means students are borrowing roughly half their first-year salary—manageable for a tech degree but not exceptional. What's harder to assess is why the earnings estimates diverge from Indiana's state median. It could reflect Indiana Tech's focus area within computer science, employer connections in Fort Wayne versus Indianapolis, or simply the uncertainty inherent in working with estimated rather than reported data. The school serves a substantial population of Pell-eligible students (34%), which often correlates with first-generation college students who may need stronger career services support.

For parents, the practical question is whether $30,000 in debt makes sense when the starting salary picture is unclear. If your child has direct admission to Indiana University-Indianapolis or another Indiana program with documented outcomes closer to $62,000, that's worth serious consideration. If Indiana Tech offers specific advantages—smaller classes, particular faculty expertise, or location flexibility—verify their career placement track record in tech before committing.