Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management at Murray State University

Murray State's technology management program shows estimated earnings of $58,056 against $25,019 in debt—a 0.43 ratio that suggests manageable payments. The catch? These figures come from national peer programs rather than Murray State's own graduates, and the limited sample size that triggered this estimation raises questions about the program's scale and track record.

The gap between Murray State's estimated outcomes and Kentucky's benchmark is significant. Sullivan University's IT management graduates report earning $69,369 their first year—about $11,000 more than what similar programs nationally produce. Whether Murray State's program mirrors the national pattern or performs closer to state norms remains unclear given the data suppression. Kentucky's small number of programs in this field (just three statewide) means there aren't many alternatives, but the variance in outcomes matters when you're committing to four years and $25,000 in debt.

The debt load itself isn't alarming for a tech-focused degree, and the estimated ratio suggests first-year earnings would cover about twice the annual debt payment. But you're betting on outcomes derived from other schools' programs. Before committing, try to contact Murray State's career services for graduate placement data they may track internally—particularly salary ranges and employer names—to verify whether their graduates match national patterns or Kentucky's higher benchmark.