Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications at Madison Area Technical College
Associate's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Madison Area Technical College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Madison Area Technical College graduates earn $65k, placing them in the 95th percentile of all computer systems networking and telecommunications associates programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Wisconsin
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications associates's programs at peer institutions in Wisconsin (18 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Madison Area Technical College | $65,324 | — | $14,666* | — |
| Chippewa Valley Technical College | $47,268 | $55,927 | $13,500* | 0.29 |
| Western Technical College | $45,381 | $60,209 | $15,832* | 0.35 |
| Herzing University-Brookfield | $43,901 | $49,816 | $30,649* | 0.70 |
| Herzing University-Madison | $43,901 | $49,816 | $30,649* | 0.70 |
| Herzing University-Kenosha | $43,901 | $49,816 | $30,649* | 0.70 |
| National Median | $43,276 | — | $21,874* | 0.51 |
Other Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications Programs in Wisconsin
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Wisconsin schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chippewa Valley Technical College Eau Claire | $4,724 | $47,268 | $13,500 |
| Western Technical College La Crosse | $4,716 | $45,381 | $15,832 |
| Herzing University-Brookfield Brookfield | $13,420 | $43,901 | $30,649 |
| Herzing University-Madison Madison | $13,420 | $43,901 | $30,649 |
| Herzing University-Kenosha Kenosha | $13,420 | $43,901 | $30,649 |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Madison Area Technical College, approximately 19% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.
Sample Size: Based on 18 graduates with reported earnings and 18 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.