Analysis
Computer science programs in New York span an enormous range, from Cornell grads earning over $100,000 in their first year to more typical outcomes around $60,000. Delhi's program appears to track closer to the state median based on comparable SUNY technology colleges—estimated first-year earnings around $62,500 with roughly $23,400 in debt. That 0.37 debt-to-earnings ratio sits comfortably below the typical threshold where loan payments become burdensome.
The challenge here is limited visibility. Because Delhi's computer science graduating class is too small for the Department of Education to report specific outcomes, these figures are drawn from similar programs across New York's public technology colleges. What we can say is that the fundamentals look reasonable: peer programs suggest manageable debt relative to earning potential, and Delhi serves a largely middle-income student body (46% receive Pell grants) at an accessible public institution with an 88% admission rate.
The practical reality is that in computer science, individual preparation matters enormously—internships, portfolio projects, and technical skills often matter more than the school name for students not attending elite institutions. If your child is self-motivated and can leverage Delhi's resources to build practical skills, comparable programs suggest they could emerge with employable credentials and debt they can reasonably manage. But you're making this decision with less certainty than you'd have at schools with reported outcomes.
Where SUNY College of Technology at Delhi Stands
Earnings vs. debt across all computer and information sciences bachelors's programs nationally
Compare to Similar Programs in New York
Computer and Information Sciences bachelors's programs at peer institutions in New York (68 total in state)
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $8,710 | $62,592* | — | $23,386* | — | |
| $66,246 | $107,434* | — | $19,000* | 0.18 | |
| $66,014 | $103,650* | $118,342 | $15,500* | 0.15 | |
| $10,560 | $90,673* | $121,708 | $16,868* | 0.19 | |
| $60,438 | $87,608* | $129,248 | $19,734* | 0.23 | |
| $61,884 | $85,172* | — | $27,000* | 0.32 | |
| National Median | — | $61,322* | — | $25,000* | 0.41 |
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 SUNY College of Technology at Delhi, approximately 46% 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 median of 30 similar programs in NY. Actual outcomes may vary.