Analysis
Management Information Systems programs in New York show dramatic variation in outcomes, with graduates from top programs earning $80,000+ while others start around $50,000. Based on comparable MIS programs across the state, Touro graduates would likely land near the middle at roughly $60,000—a respectable starting point that aligns with national benchmarks but falls well short of what students achieve at schools like Binghamton or RIT.
The estimated debt load of $26,581 creates a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.44, meaning graduates would owe less than half their first-year salary. This puts the program in reasonable territory compared to both state and national peers, where median debt hovers around $24,000-$25,000. For a private university, keeping debt in this range matters—you're not paying a dramatic premium over what similar programs cost.
The real question is whether this program positions students competitively for New York's tech sector. MIS sits at the intersection of business and technology, which typically translates to solid job prospects, but the wide earnings gap between NY programs suggests that employer recruitment patterns or curriculum quality may vary significantly. If your child can access the schools producing $70,000+ outcomes, that difference compounds substantially over a career. If not, Touro's estimated outcomes suggest a viable path into the field without crushing debt, though you'd want to understand what drives the performance gap among state peers.
Where Touro University Stands
Earnings vs. debt across all management information systems and services bachelors's programs nationally
Compare to Similar Programs in New York
Management Information Systems and Services bachelors's programs at peer institutions in New York (18 total in state)
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $21,810 | $60,033* | — | $26,581* | — | |
| $10,363 | $81,708* | $98,459 | $19,500* | 0.24 | |
| $57,016 | $69,834* | $92,311 | $25,105* | 0.36 | |
| $8,881 | $50,232* | $60,866 | $24,799* | 0.49 | |
| $45,880 | $48,720* | — | $26,661* | 0.55 | |
| National Median | — | $59,490* | — | $24,000* | 0.40 |
Career Paths
Occupations commonly associated with management information systems and services graduates
Computer and Information Systems Managers
Database Architects
Data Warehousing Specialists
Computer Programmers
Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary
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 Touro University, approximately 32% 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 4 similar programs in NY. Actual outcomes may vary.