Computer Programming at Kent State University at Tuscarawas

Here's a puzzling data point: Kent State Tuscarawas's computer programming graduates earn precisely at Ohio's median but well below the national average, while facing debt that's above both state and national norms. That small sample size—fewer than 30 graduates—means these numbers could shift dramatically with just a few data points, making this particularly hard to evaluate.

The concerning part isn't just the earnings sitting at the 25th percentile nationally. It's that graduates see virtually no income growth over four years, stuck around $36,000-$37,000 annually. Compare that to Cincinnati State's associate degree grads earning $56,000, and you see what Ohio's better tech programs can deliver. The $20,729 in debt takes over seven months of gross income to repay—manageable but not impressive for a field that typically offers stronger early-career returns.

Given the tiny sample and stagnant earnings trajectory, this program carries significant uncertainty. If your child has access to Cincinnati State or can pursue a bachelor's degree elsewhere, those paths show clearer returns. If Kent State Tuscarawas is the only realistic option due to location or cost, understand you're betting on limited data that suggests below-average outcomes in a field where stronger programs exist within the same state system.