Management Information Systems and Services at Indiana Wesleyan University-National & Global

Indiana Wesleyan's MIS program graduates earn $66,258 in their first year—significantly above the national median of $59,490 and landing them at the 71st percentile nationally. Within Indiana, they're right at the state median, though notably trailing Notre Dame's $78,507. The earnings trajectory is solid if unspectacular, climbing to $71,583 by year four, which represents steady 8% growth rather than the explosive gains sometimes seen in tech-adjacent fields.

The challenge here is debt. At $42,000, graduates carry substantially more than the national median of $24,000 for MIS programs, though this debt level is actually typical for Indiana schools in this field. The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.63 is manageable—less than one year's salary—but it means graduates will be directing a meaningful portion of early-career earnings toward loan payments. With 48% of students receiving Pell grants, many families here are relying on loans to bridge affordability gaps.

For parents, this comes down to financial context. If your student qualifies for significant need-based aid that reduces that $42,000 figure, the strong starting salary makes this a reasonable choice. At sticker price, however, you're paying above-average debt for above-average but not exceptional outcomes. Compare total cost carefully against Ball State's lower-debt option or consider whether the earnings justify the premium over cheaper alternatives.