Computer and Information Sciences at University of Advancing Technology

The four-year earnings figure of $107,643 tells a compelling story that the estimated first-year numbers can't capture on their own. While comparable Arizona computer science programs suggest starting salaries around $59,000, this school's graduates appear to experience substantial income growth by year four—nearly doubling their initial earnings. That trajectory matters significantly when evaluating the estimated $41,693 in debt, which sits above both the state median ($27,875) and national benchmark ($25,000) for CS programs.

The higher debt burden is worth contextualizing: with 58% of students receiving Pell grants, many here are first-generation or lower-income students investing heavily in career transformation. The estimated debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.70 suggests manageable repayment if that first-year estimate holds, and the year-four data indicates graduates are building valuable skills that employers reward. However, with limited sample sizes preventing the DOE from publishing actual outcomes for this specific program, prospective students should recognize they're working with peer program estimates rather than verified track records.

The practical question is whether University of Advancing Technology's specialized tech focus justifies both the debt premium and the uncertainty around outcomes. If your student thrives in hands-on, career-focused environments and can reasonably expect to follow that upward earnings trajectory, the investment calculates reasonably. But with Arizona State's programs showing similar or better starting salaries at potentially lower costs, compare total attendance costs and graduation rates carefully before committing.