Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications at Wentworth Institute of Technology

Wentworth's networking program charges the national median debt while delivering earnings well above what most similar programs can match—$68,056 in year one versus a $60,540 national median. The 95th percentile national ranking is impressive, though the 60th percentile Massachusetts ranking deserves scrutiny. That gap likely reflects Boston's tech-heavy job market lifting all boats rather than any particular weakness in Wentworth's program, especially since this is the only bachelor's-level networking program tracked in Massachusetts.

The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.40 suggests graduates can manage their loans comfortably, and the trajectory looks solid: earnings jump 32% to nearly $90,000 by year four. That growth pattern indicates these graduates are developing valuable skills that command higher pay as they gain experience. The moderate sample size means these figures should be reasonably reliable, though they represent a snapshot rather than a long-term trend.

For families weighing this investment, the math works. Your child would start with above-average earnings in a field with clear advancement potential, carrying manageable debt that shouldn't constrain their early career choices. The high admission rate and modest SAT averages suggest Wentworth prioritizes preparing students for the workforce over academic selectivity—an approach that appears to be paying off for networking graduates.