Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications at P C Age-Jersey City

P C Age-Jersey City's networking certificate program stands out for its strong earnings trajectory, with graduates seeing their income jump 26% from $39,380 to $49,524 between years one and four. This places the program in the 77th percentile nationally—well above the national median of $36,915—though it ranks more modestly at the 60th percentile among New Jersey's limited pool of similar programs.

The debt picture is reassuring at $13,000, creating a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.33. Graduates earn three times their debt load in the first year alone, and the 34th percentile debt ranking nationally means most comparable programs saddle students with more debt. Among the handful of networking programs in New Jersey, P C Age-Jersey City ties for the highest first-year earnings with its Metropark campus, both significantly outperforming other options in the state.

For parents considering this program, the combination of reasonable debt and solid earning potential that improves over time makes this a practical investment. The robust sample size of 100+ graduates provides confidence in these outcomes, and the strong earnings growth suggests the skills gained translate into career advancement opportunities rather than just an entry-level dead end.