Management Information Systems and Services at University of Arizona

University of Arizona's MIS program punches well above its weight. With first-year earnings of $67,550—beating the national median by $8,000—graduates enter the workforce with immediate earning power. The $20,175 median debt is notably lower than both state and national figures, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio of just 0.30. That means graduates can theoretically pay off their loans in under four months of gross salary, an excellent position compared to most bachelor's programs.

The 20% earnings growth to $81,178 by year four signals genuine career progression in a field where technical skills become more valuable with experience. While this program ranks at the 60th percentile among Arizona's three MIS programs, it substantially outperforms Northern Arizona University's $52,708 starting salary—nearly $15,000 more. The 75th percentile national ranking is particularly impressive given Arizona's 86% admission rate, suggesting the program delivers strong outcomes without requiring elite credentials for entry.

The combination of manageable debt, strong starting salaries, and solid earnings trajectory makes this a practical choice for students interested in technology and business. The robust sample size confirms these aren't outlier results—this is what typical graduates actually earn.