Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management at York College of Pennsylvania

York's Computer/Information Technology program lands right at the state median, with comparable Pennsylvania programs suggesting first-year earnings around $58,400. The estimated $27,000 in debt produces a manageable 0.46 debt-to-earnings ratio—meaning graduates would owe roughly half their first-year salary. That's a reasonable starting point for a tech-focused bachelor's degree, particularly at a school with a 94% admission rate that serves a substantial population of Pell grant recipients.

The challenge is the ceiling. Top Pennsylvania programs in this field—Drexel at $78,000, East Stroudsburg at $65,000—show that IT administration credentials don't all lead to the same outcomes. York's estimated position in the middle of the pack suggests graduates enter IT roles, but perhaps not the highest-paying ones in systems architecture or enterprise infrastructure that drive six-figure early careers elsewhere. The school's modest selectivity and regional footprint may limit access to the most competitive tech employers.

For families weighing this investment, the fundamentals work: the debt burden is manageable and the field offers clear employment pathways. But recognize that peer programs span a $30,000 earnings range in Pennsylvania alone. If your student is targeting high-earning tech roles in major markets, understand that York's outcomes appear solidly mid-tier, not exceptional.