Management Information Systems and Services at Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus

IUP's Management Information Systems program starts graduates at nearly $54,000—below both the national median ($59,490) and Pennsylvania's state median ($56,616). Among Pennsylvania's 25 MIS programs, this lands squarely in the middle at the 40th percentile, trailing not just private universities like Villanova and Drexel but also fellow public institutions like Temple. The $27,000 in typical debt matches the state median exactly, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.50 that's manageable but unremarkable.

The earnings trajectory offers some reassurance: graduates see 17% growth by year four, reaching $63,223. That's solid income for living in Pennsylvania, and the debt burden remains reasonable enough to service on that salary. The 91% admission rate and high Pell Grant percentage (36%) suggest IUP serves a different student population than the higher-earning programs—students who might not have access to more selective alternatives.

For families comparing in-state options, this program won't position your child at the top of Pennsylvania's tech job market, but it won't saddle them with crushing debt either. If your student has the credentials for Temple (which delivers similar earnings with better city internship access) or Penn State (another strong public option), explore those. If not, IUP provides a functional pathway into IT roles, just not a standout one.