Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management at University of St Thomas

Is $27,000 in debt manageable for a tech degree that starts around $58,000? Based on comparable programs in Minnesota, that's the financial picture here—a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.46 that falls comfortably below the concerning 1.0 threshold. While we're working with estimates rather than this program's actual outcomes, the figures align closely with both state and national benchmarks for computer technology management bachelor's degrees, suggesting a fairly typical financial outcome for the field.

The estimated first-year earnings of $58,336 track almost exactly with Minnesota's median for this degree and sit right at the national benchmark of $58,056. What's worth noting is the range among Minnesota programs—from $54,000 to over $86,000—which suggests that school reputation, curriculum focus, and student background matter significantly. St. Thomas's 1296 average SAT and selective-but-accessible 85% admission rate position it as a solid mid-tier option, though not at the level of the program commanding $86,000 starting salaries.

The debt estimate of $27,000 is actually well below Minnesota's state median of $42,916 for this degree, which works in your favor. Even if actual outcomes vary from these peer-based projections, the fundamentals look sound: monthly loan payments around $300 against a tech salary should be manageable. The real question is whether St. Thomas's curriculum and network can position graduates toward the higher end of that Minnesota earnings range.