Median Earnings (1yr)
$34,521
23rd percentile (40th in GA)
Median Debt
$25,849
20% above national median
Debt-to-Earnings
0.75
Manageable
Sample Size
125
Adequate data

Analysis

Miller-Motte College-Macon produces IT graduates who earn less than both state and national medians, starting at $34,521—about $6,500 below Georgia's median for this degree and $7,200 below the national benchmark. While the 40th percentile ranking within Georgia suggests this program sits in the middle of the pack statewide, it notably lags behind Georgia's technical colleges, where graduates from schools like Chattahoochee Technical and Gwinnett Technical earn $44,000+ right out of the gate.

The debt picture adds complexity. At $25,849, graduates carry debt exactly matching Georgia's state median but above the national average. Combined with below-average starting salaries, this creates a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.75—manageable but not impressive for a two-year technical degree. The silver lining is solid earnings growth: the 23% jump to $42,302 by year four suggests graduates develop marketable skills, though they're starting from a lower baseline than peers at other Georgia institutions.

For a family considering this program, the math is straightforward: you'll likely pay similar debt for lower starting earnings compared to nearby technical colleges. With 84% of students receiving Pell grants, Miller-Motte serves a financially vulnerable population, making that earnings gap particularly significant. If Georgia's technical college system is accessible to your student, those alternatives deliver measurably better returns on the same credential.

Where Miller-Motte College-Macon Stands

Earnings vs. debt across all computer/information technology administration and management associates's programs nationally

Miller-Motte College-MaconOther computer/information technology administration and management programs

Programs in the upper-left quadrant (high earnings, low debt) offer the best value. Programs in the lower-right quadrant warrant careful consideration.

Earnings Distribution

How Miller-Motte College-Macon graduates compare to all programs nationally

Miller-Motte College-Macon graduates earn $35k, placing them in the 23th percentile of all computer/information technology administration and management associates 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 Georgia

Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management associates's programs at peer institutions in Georgia (31 total in state)

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
Miller-Motte College-Macon$34,521$42,302$25,8490.75
Strayer University-Georgia$61,810$57,214$28,1740.46
Chattahoochee Technical College$44,372$47,448
Gwinnett Technical College$42,403$41,476$19,2570.45
Georgia Northwestern Technical College$40,794
Augusta Technical College$36,047$48,604
National Median$41,752$21,4800.51

Other Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management Programs in Georgia

Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Georgia schools

SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)Debt
Strayer University-Georgia
Chamblee
$13,920$61,810$28,174
Chattahoochee Technical College
Marietta
$3,252$44,372
Gwinnett Technical College
Lawrenceville
$3,356$42,403$19,257
Georgia Northwestern Technical College
Rome
$3,132$40,794
Augusta Technical College
Augusta
$4,022$36,047

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 Miller-Motte College-Macon, approximately 84% 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 125 graduates with reported earnings and 155 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.