Management Information Systems and Services at Wiley University

Texas MIS programs show a striking earnings gap—while UT Austin graduates command $86,622 and even mid-tier state schools hit $64,000-$71,000, comparable programs across Texas typically produce first-year earnings around $52,836. That's the baseline Wiley's program appears to track against, putting graduates roughly $12,000 behind the national median for this degree. For a field where technical skills and employer networks often matter more than the institution's name, that differential deserves scrutiny.

The estimated debt of $26,581 creates a manageable 0.50 ratio to first-year earnings—technically reasonable by financial aid standards. But context matters: with 77% of students receiving Pell grants, many families here are relying on this degree to change their economic trajectory. Similar programs in Texas typically carry just $20,500 in debt, and when peer programs produce earnings $7,000 below the national median while charging above-state-average debt, the value calculation tightens considerably.

The fundamental question is whether this program connects students to the same employer networks and technical depth that drive higher salaries at Texas's top programs. In MIS, internships at major tech companies and exposure to enterprise systems often determine starting salaries more than coursework alone. Before committing, verify what specific companies recruit from Wiley and compare job placement details to programs showing stronger earnings outcomes.