Computer and Information Sciences at Texas A & M University-Corpus Christi

The defining feature of this program isn't where graduates start—it's where they end up. While first-year earnings of $53,195 trail both national and state medians by roughly $8,000, four-year earnings of $82,168 vault past Texas A&M College Station and land just behind Texas Tech. That 55% earnings jump suggests graduates are finding their footing in the tech sector after an initial period of lower-paying entry roles or geographic constraints in the Corpus Christi market.

The debt picture is reasonable but not exceptional. At $26,425, it sits slightly above both state and national medians, translating to a manageable half-year of first-year salary. Given that 40% of students receive Pell grants, this debt load likely reflects the school's accessibility mission. The moderate sample size means these numbers represent real outcomes but could shift year to year.

For families weighing options, this comes down to patience and trajectory. If your child can weather starting salaries 15-20% below what UT Austin or A&M College Station grads command, the gap narrows substantially by year four. This makes sense for students who aren't competing for admission at selective state flagships (UT Austin's higher standards) or prefer a smaller coastal campus. Just know they'll likely need to relocate or push hard for promotions to match peers from top-tier Texas programs—the strong earnings growth suggests many do exactly that.