Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management at Miller-Motte College-Augusta

Miller-Motte College-Augusta graduates start at $34,521—roughly $7,000 below the national median for IT administration programs and even $1,500 below Georgia's state median. While this lands the program at the 40th percentile among Georgia schools, that still means three better-performing options exist in Augusta alone (Augusta Technical College matches the state median at $36,047). The $25,849 debt load is manageable at 0.75 times first-year earnings, but you're paying median Georgia debt for below-median Georgia outcomes.

The 23% earnings growth to $42,302 by year four offers some redemption, suggesting graduates find their footing in the field. However, even at that level, earnings remain below what graduates from nearby technical colleges achieve right out of the gate. With 73% of students receiving Pell grants, this program serves a population that needs strong economic returns—and a $34,521 starting salary in IT feels like underperformance given current market demand for tech skills.

For parents comparing options in the Augusta area, Augusta Technical College delivers comparable four-year outcomes ($36,047) at what's likely a lower price point, while Gwinnett or Chattahoochee Technical Colleges—though requiring a commute—start graduates $8,000-$10,000 higher. Unless location constraints are absolute, this program's combination of below-average starting pay and middling placement makes it hard to recommend over Georgia's technical college alternatives.