Management Information Systems and Services at University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh

UW-Oshkosh's MIS program lands squarely in the middle of Wisconsin's options, with first-year earnings of $63,544 placing it fourth among the state's UW system schools—ahead of Milwaukee and Parkside, but trailing Madison and La Crosse by roughly $4,000-10,000. While the debt figure of $23,750 comes from state-level estimates rather than this specific program's outcomes, comparable Wisconsin MIS programs typically carry similar burdens, suggesting a debt-to-earnings ratio around 0.37 that most families would find manageable.

The earnings advantage over the national median ($4,000 more than typical MIS programs elsewhere) is meaningful but not dramatic. You're essentially getting Wisconsin wages in a Wisconsin tech market—solid and stable, though UW-Madison graduates start nearly $10,000 higher if your student can gain admission there. The 87% acceptance rate at Oshkosh makes it accessible, which matters if Madison or La Crosse aren't realistic options.

For a business-focused tech degree, the math works: graduates should be able to handle their debt on a starting salary that exceeds most liberal arts outcomes. The real question is whether Oshkosh's location and alumni network align with where your student wants to work. If they're committed to staying in Wisconsin and Madison isn't on the table, this program delivers reasonable value without the wage ceiling you'd see at Milwaukee or Parkside.