Computer Science at University of Management and Technology

Computer science bachelor's programs in Virginia span a wide range, from Radford's $66,857 median to William & Mary's nearly $85,000. Based on comparable programs in the state, graduates here can expect around $72,128 in first-year earnings—solidly middle-of-the-pack and roughly aligned with both state and national medians. That's the good news. The challenge is the estimated $38,409 in debt, which runs about $12,000 higher than what similar programs in Virginia typically produce and $15,000 above the national median for computer science degrees.

That debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.53 means graduates would need to dedicate more than half their first year's salary to eliminate debt entirely—manageable given tech sector salaries, but not ideal when peer programs produce similar earnings with substantially less borrowing. The extremely low Pell grant rate (just 5%) suggests most students here come from wealthier backgrounds, which raises questions about whether financial aid packages adequately support the few students who need them.

The bottom line: The earning potential appears competitive with state benchmarks, but the elevated debt burden makes this a less efficient path into tech than many Virginia alternatives. If your child has admission offers from other state programs with reported outcomes, compare the actual debt packages carefully before committing.