Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management at Western Governors University

Western Governors University's Computer/Information Technology Administration program delivers exceptional value that significantly outperforms national expectations. Graduates earn a median of $92,416 in their first year—nearly $34,000 more than the national median for this field and ranking in the 95th percentile nationally. Even more impressive is the debt picture: students graduate with just $16,194 in median debt, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio of only 0.18, meaning graduates earn back their entire debt load in roughly two months.

While the program ranks at the 60th percentile within Utah (where tech salaries run higher than most states), it still outpaces the state median by about $9,000. The low debt burden particularly stands out—graduates carry 40% less debt than the national median of $27,000 for this program. With 35% of students receiving Pell grants, the school serves a diverse economic population while maintaining strong outcomes.

The combination of high earnings and minimal debt makes this program an outstanding investment. Your child would likely graduate with manageable debt that represents less than one-fifth of their starting salary, positioning them for strong financial stability from day one. The robust sample size of 100+ graduates gives confidence these results are reliable rather than statistical anomalies.