Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management at Southwestern College

A bachelor's in IT administration from Southwestern College comes with an estimated $27,000 in debt—well below both the national median and significantly under the $47,579 typical for Kansas programs. Based on national data from similar programs, first-year earnings around $58,000 would put the debt-to-earnings ratio at 0.47, which means graduates could reasonably pay off their loans within a year or two of focused repayment.

What's encouraging here is that this lower debt burden matters more than you might think. While earnings estimates for comparable programs hover around the national median, Kansas tech programs show a wide range—Southwestern's estimated debt is nearly half what some in-state competitors charge. For a field where practical skills often matter as much as the institution's name, graduating with less financial pressure provides real flexibility early in your career.

The caveat: these figures are derived from peer programs nationally, not actual outcomes from Southwestern's specific graduates. With 39% of students on Pell grants and a moderately selective 65% admission rate, this could be a solid option if your child is committed to IT management and values keeping debt manageable. The debt-to-earnings picture suggests workable finances, but verify what local employers think of Southwestern's program and whether graduates actually land the tech management roles they're preparing for.