Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management at Old Dominion University

Old Dominion's IT management program launches graduates at $65,838—about $8,600 above the Virginia median and nearly $8,000 above the national average. That puts it in the 77th percentile nationally and solidly above the state median among Virginia's dozen programs offering this degree. The $26,000 in typical debt is notably lower than Virginia's $32,060 median, creating a favorable 0.39 debt-to-earnings ratio that allows graduates to manage repayment while building their careers.

The value proposition here looks strong on paper, but the small sample size (under 30 graduates) means these figures could shift significantly year to year. What we can say: ODU's accessible admissions (91% acceptance rate) paired with these earnings suggests the program is delivering practical skills that employers value, without requiring students to take on excessive debt. The combination of above-average starting salaries and below-state-average debt is exactly what parents should look for in an IT program.

For families considering Virginia public universities, ODU appears to offer better financial outcomes in this field than most in-state alternatives. Just understand that with limited data, there's more uncertainty here than with larger programs—but the fundamentals of reasonable debt and solid earnings are encouraging.