Computer and Information Sciences at Purdue University Global

Purdue Global graduates earn slightly above both national and state medians—$61,977 puts them at the 60th percentile among Indiana programs—but the real concern here is the debt load. At $54,293, graduates carry more than double the national median ($25,000) and 2.5 times the Indiana median ($21,590). This places the program in the 5th percentile nationally for debt—meaning 95% of comparable programs saddle students with less borrowing.

The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.88 means your child would owe nearly their entire first year's salary. While that's technically manageable, it represents a significant financial burden compared to alternatives within Indiana. Purdue's main campus, for example, offers 16% higher earnings with presumably lower in-state tuition. The modest 4% earnings growth over four years suggests limited room for rapid debt payoff acceleration.

For families considering this program, the math matters: that extra $29,000-$33,000 in debt (versus state or national norms) will cost roughly $300-350 monthly over a ten-year repayment. If Purdue Global's online format or accessibility serves your child's needs in ways traditional programs can't, it might justify the premium. But if they can access a comparable state school, the financial case for this program weakens considerably.