Analysis
The debt burden here deserves careful consideration. Based on comparable programs at similar institutions, students can expect to owe around $18,400—not catastrophic, but notably higher than the national median of $14,932 for computer science associate's degrees. When earnings are estimated at $35,761 in the first year, that produces a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.51, which is manageable but not particularly comfortable given that three-quarters of students here receive Pell grants.
What's puzzling is that earnings appear essentially flat between year one and year four—both hovering around $35,600. Nationally, computer science associate's programs typically produce similar starting salaries (around $35,760), but most show growth over time. The stagnation here could reflect career progression challenges or the types of positions graduates secure, though without reported outcomes from this specific program, it's hard to pinpoint why.
For families already stretched financially, this presents a real calculation: you're looking at nearly $19,000 in debt for credentials that peer programs suggest will generate mid-$30,000 salaries. That's not inherently bad—the debt is repayable at those income levels—but it lacks the upside that makes tech education feel like a clear win. Before committing, compare this closely with community college options in Ohio, which might offer similar pathways with less debt, even if those programs also lack public outcome data.
Where Stautzenberger College-Maumee Stands
Earnings vs. debt across all computer and information sciences associates's programs nationally
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
| School | 1 Year | 4 Years | Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stautzenberger College-Maumee | — | $35,629 | — |
| Salt Lake Community College | $55,961 | $75,016 | +34% |
| Northern Virginia Community College | $39,679 | $65,485 | +65% |
| Southern New Hampshire University | $50,111 | $65,335 | +30% |
| Brookdale Community College | $31,827 | $60,992 | +92% |
Compare to Similar Programs Nationally
Computer and Information Sciences associates's programs at top institutions nationally
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $16,699 | $35,761* | $35,629 | $18,391* | — | |
| $5,550 | $60,163* | — | $17,218* | 0.29 | |
| $4,257 | $55,961* | $75,016 | $10,250* | 0.18 | |
| $3,540 | $55,738* | $59,873 | $19,140* | 0.34 | |
| $4,740 | $53,219* | — | $20,098* | 0.38 | |
| $16,450 | $50,111* | $65,335 | $22,164* | 0.44 | |
| National Median | — | $35,760* | — | $14,932* | 0.42 |
Career Paths
Occupations commonly associated with computer and information sciences graduates
Computer and Information Systems Managers
Computer and Information Research Scientists
Software Developers
Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers
Computer Network Architects
Telecommunications Engineering Specialists
Information Security Analysts
Database Administrators
Database Architects
Data Warehousing Specialists
Data Scientists
Business Intelligence Analysts
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Stautzenberger College-Maumee, approximately 75% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the national median of 80 similar programs. Actual outcomes may vary.