Management Information Systems and Services at Saint Louis University

Saint Louis University's MIS program produces slightly below-average outcomes for Missouri—graduates earn around $60,000 a year, placing them in the 40th percentile statewide and just at the national median. For context, Park University's MIS graduates earn $71,000 within the same state, suggesting Saint Louis University isn't maximizing its regional positioning despite its relatively selective admissions (1326 average SAT).

The debt picture offers some consolation. At $21,920, graduates carry about $2,000 less than the Missouri median and $2,000 less than the national benchmark. The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.37 means most graduates can reasonably manage repayment—roughly equivalent to financing a modest used car while earning a decent starting salary. However, that debt figure sits in the 65th percentile nationally, indicating it's higher than many comparable programs elsewhere.

The real caveat here is sample size: fewer than 30 graduates means these numbers could swing significantly year to year. One particularly successful or struggling cohort dramatically affects the averages. If your child is considering this program, they're getting moderate debt for moderate earnings at a school with strong academic credentials but middle-of-the-pack MIS outcomes in Missouri. Unless Saint Louis University offers specific advantages—particular industry connections or a geographic preference for staying in St. Louis—stronger performers exist within the state.