Computer Programming at Missouri Southern State University
Associate's Degree
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 Missouri
Computer Programming associates's programs at peer institutions in Missouri (9 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Missouri Southern State University | — | $57,985 | — | — |
| Metropolitan Community College-Kansas City | $46,804 | $60,538 | $11,038 | 0.24 |
| Ranken Technical College | $43,573 | $53,268 | $13,325 | 0.31 |
| Ozarks Technical Community College | $37,074 | $37,676 | $14,029 | 0.38 |
| National Median | $38,086 | — | $17,108 | 0.45 |
Other Computer Programming Programs in Missouri
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Missouri schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metropolitan Community College-Kansas City Kansas City | $3,630 | $46,804 | $11,038 |
| Ranken Technical College Saint Louis | $17,490 | $43,573 | $13,325 |
| Ozarks Technical Community College Springfield | $4,184 | $37,074 | $14,029 |
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 Missouri Southern State University, approximately 35% 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.