Management Information Systems and Services at University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth

UMass Dartmouth's Management Information Systems program places graduates near the middle of the pack in Massachusetts, with first-year earnings of $53,873 sitting at the 40th percentile statewide. That positions it just below the state median of $54,396 and roughly on par with nearby Framingham State. The $27,000 median debt is reasonable—actually below the national average for MIS programs—creating a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.50. Graduates can expect to pay off their loans in about six months of gross income.

The program's trajectory looks solid: earnings jump 22% by year four, reaching $65,824. While these numbers trail the national median for MIS programs by about $6,000 initially, the steady growth suggests the degree provides a foundation for career advancement. The school's high accessibility (92% admission rate, 36% Pell students) makes this a viable entry point into tech-adjacent business careers for students who might not have access to more selective programs.

For families considering this program, the value comes from combining affordable debt with stable tech sector employment. You're not getting top-tier MIS salaries that some programs deliver, but you're avoiding the debt traps that plague many bachelor's programs. If your student wants to break into business technology roles without betting everything on admission to a more competitive school, this represents a practical path forward.