Computer and Information Sciences at Midwestern State University
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Midwestern State University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Midwestern State University graduates earn $67k, placing them in the 63th percentile of all computer and information sciences bachelors programs nationally.
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in Texas
Computer and Information Sciences bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Texas (59 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midwestern State University | $66,505 | $84,389 | — | — |
| Rice University | $131,154 | $172,391 | $12,381 | 0.09 |
| The University of Texas at Austin | $111,587 | $112,017 | $20,500 | 0.18 |
| Texas Tech University | $82,521 | $91,795 | $23,197 | 0.28 |
| Texas A&M University-College Station | $81,231 | $101,263 | $20,395 | 0.25 |
| Prairie View A & M University | $77,763 | $80,128 | $28,064 | 0.36 |
| National Median | $61,322 | — | $25,000 | 0.41 |
Other Computer and Information Sciences Programs in Texas
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Texas schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rice University Houston | $58,128 | $131,154 | $12,381 |
| The University of Texas at Austin Austin | $11,678 | $111,587 | $20,500 |
| Texas Tech University Lubbock | $11,852 | $82,521 | $23,197 |
| Texas A&M University-College Station College Station | $13,099 | $81,231 | $20,395 |
| Prairie View A & M University Prairie View | $11,299 | $77,763 | $28,064 |
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 Midwestern State University, approximately 40% 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 22 graduates with reported earnings and 15 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.