Computer and Information Sciences at King's College

Based on comparable programs in Pennsylvania, a computer science bachelor's from King's College appears to land squarely in the middle of the state's range—estimated first-year earnings of $57,261 match Pennsylvania's median almost exactly. The estimated debt load of $27,000 also mirrors the state typical, producing a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.47 that suggests manageable repayment. However, it's worth noting that other PA schools with reported data show a much wider spread, from programs placing graduates at $83,000+ to King's estimated middle-ground figure.

The challenge here is that we're working entirely with estimates derived from peer programs rather than King's actual graduate outcomes. While the state median suggests reasonable results, the top-performing programs in Pennsylvania produce first-year earnings 45-155% higher. That gap matters in tech fields where starting salary often determines long-term career trajectory. The school's 93% admission rate and below-average SAT scores suggest less selective peer cohorts, which could affect networking and recruiting opportunities that drive those higher outcomes.

For families investing in a computer science degree, the estimated numbers suggest workable debt but underwhelming earning potential compared to what's possible in this field. If King's offers significant merit aid that reduces that $27,000 debt burden, or if your student needs the smaller-college environment to succeed, the math could work. Otherwise, you're paying similar costs for potentially half the earnings of graduates from stronger PA tech programs.