Management Information Systems and Services at University of Georgia

UGA's Management Information Systems program stands out as one of the strongest values in Georgia tech education. At $78,190 in first-year earnings, graduates earn 39% more than the state median and outperform 95% of similar programs nationally—meaning only a handful of schools in the entire country place MIS graduates into better-paying jobs. The debt load of $19,500 is manageable at just a quarter of first-year income, and notably lower than both state and national averages despite UGA's reputation.

The trajectory looks equally solid. Earnings grow to $92,014 by year four, suggesting graduates are moving into senior technical or management roles rather than plateauing. Within Georgia, this program ranks in the 80th percentile and significantly outpaces competing state schools—even Georgia Southern, the next closest option, trails by nearly $19,000 in starting salary. For context, Georgia has only nine schools offering this major, making UGA's dominance even more pronounced.

For families weighing the investment, this represents a clear win: strong immediate earnings, reasonable debt, proven upward mobility, and a competitive edge that extends well beyond state borders. The combination of UGA's established business school reputation and the hot market for MIS skills creates an unusually low-risk proposition for students interested in business technology careers.