Analysis
For a private Christian university with nearly open admissions, Oklahoma Christian's Information Science program carries estimated debt of $26,694—roughly in line with what similar programs nationwide report. That burden looks manageable against first-year earnings that peer Information Science programs suggest hover around $58,651, producing a debt-to-income ratio of 0.46. That's the kind of number where loan payments won't dominate a graduate's budget, assuming the national pattern holds here.
The limited data tells its own story: with only five schools in Oklahoma offering this degree and no public outcomes data available for any of them, you're navigating with partial visibility. The national benchmark suggests Information Science graduates earn solid mid-range tech salaries, but whether Oklahoma Christian's specific curriculum—likely shaped by its faith-based mission—connects students to the same opportunities remains unclear. The school's 97% acceptance rate and modest SAT scores indicate it serves a broad student population, which could mean either accessible pathways into tech or weaker career placement networks.
Your bottom line: if your child is self-directed enough to secure internships and build technical skills independently, the debt load is reasonable enough to take the bet. But if they need strong career services and employer pipelines to launch successfully, the absence of actual outcomes data means you're trusting the school's promises without verification. Ask pointed questions about job placement rates and where recent graduates actually landed before committing.
Where Oklahoma Christian University Stands
Earnings vs. debt across all information science/studies bachelors's programs nationally
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Information Science/Studies bachelors's programs at top institutions nationally
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $25,900 | $58,651* | — | $26,694* | — | |
| $65,997 | $102,998* | — | $12,000* | 0.12 | |
| $49,600 | $98,551* | — | $24,625* | 0.25 | |
| — | $88,713* | — | $16,667* | 0.19 | |
| $17,228 | $88,515* | $99,659 | $20,875* | 0.24 | |
| $67,680 | $80,731* | $106,214 | $17,500* | 0.22 | |
| National Median | — | $58,651* | — | $25,750* | 0.44 |
Career Paths
Occupations commonly associated with information science/studies graduates
Computer and Information Systems Managers
Computer and Information Research Scientists
Software Developers
Database Architects
Data Warehousing Specialists
Web and Digital Interface Designers
Video Game Designers
Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary
Computer Occupations, All Other
Web Administrators
Geographic Information Systems Technologists and Technicians
Document Management Specialists
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 Oklahoma Christian University, approximately 30% 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.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the national median of 129 similar programs. Actual outcomes may vary.