Management Information Systems and Services at University of Denver

A debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.45 suggests reasonable financial footing for this MIS program, though the picture comes with uncertainty since both figures are estimated from comparable programs nationally. The projected $59,490 first-year salary aligns with the national median for MIS bachelor's programs, but falls notably short of Colorado's $67,206 state median—a gap worth noting when Denver's tech sector offers robust opportunities for information systems graduates.

What makes this comparison particularly relevant is that other Colorado schools with reported outcomes show a range: Colorado State Global graduates earn around $75,000 while Metro State grads start near $59,500. DU's estimated outcomes track closer to the lower end of this spectrum, despite the university's selective profile and higher tuition. The estimated $26,581 debt load sits close to both national and state medians, which is manageable, but parents should recognize they're paying private university costs for what appears to be middle-of-the-pack Colorado outcomes in this field.

The practical takeaway: If your child is set on MIS and likes DU's environment, the estimated debt burden won't be crushing. However, ask the school directly about actual graduate outcomes for this program and whether the tech industry connections in Denver justify the investment over state schools where comparable programs produce similar or better results with less financial risk.