Computer and Information Sciences at Saint Louis University

Saint Louis University's computer science program posts solid outcomes—$64,436 starting and $86,913 after four years—that beat the Missouri median by a modest margin, landing in the 60th percentile among state programs. That's respectable, though well behind Missouri S&T and Mizzou grads who start $8,000-12,000 higher. The 35% earnings growth trajectory is healthy, suggesting graduates find their footing and advance into better-paying roles over time.

The debt picture is where this program shines: $37,250 puts it in the 5th percentile nationally—meaning 95% of computer science programs saddle students with more debt. With a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.58, graduates owe roughly seven months of their starting salary, a manageable load that should allow for comfortable repayment. This is notably better than the national median debt of $25,000 might suggest at first glance, since SLU grads earn enough to offset the higher borrowing.

The caveat here is sample size—under 30 graduates means one atypical cohort could skew these numbers considerably. If your student is deciding between SLU and Missouri's flagship programs, the in-state tuition advantage at Mizzou or Missouri S&T might deliver similar or better value with more proven track records. But for a private Jesuit university, SLU delivers competitive tech outcomes without crushing debt.