Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management at Rasmussen University-Wisconsin

Rasmussen's IT management graduates start at nearly $60,000 and reach $70,000 within four years—earnings that edge above both Wisconsin's median ($57,229) and the national average for this degree. Placing in the 60th percentile among Wisconsin programs means graduates here typically outearn peers at most in-state competitors, including UW-Oshkosh by over $13,000 in first-year salary.

The trade-off comes in the debt burden. At $47,579, graduates carry nearly $6,000 more than Wisconsin's median for this program and about $20,000 above the national benchmark. This results in a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.80—manageable but requiring discipline to pay down over several years. Given that 57% of students receive Pell grants, many families here are financing their education through loans rather than savings.

The 17% earnings growth over four years is encouraging and suggests genuine career progression rather than stagnating wages. For families who can manage the monthly loan payments (roughly $500 for ten years), this program delivers competitive outcomes in Wisconsin's IT job market. Just understand that the debt load is real, and faster payoff should be a priority once employed.