Compare 6 Computer Hardware Technology/Technician. programs in the South. Average earnings: $53,578.
While school rankings suggest predictable outcomes, Computer Hardware Technology/Technician tells a different story. Across 6 programs, earnings range from $29,685 to $73,327—variation that tracks program quality, not overall school reputation.
University of Houston's Computer Hardware Technology/Technician program leads with graduates earning $73,327, followed closely by University of Houston-Downtown at $73,092. The average across all programs is $53,578, yet these Houston-area publics outperform expectations while maintaining reasonable accessibility.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. University of Houston graduates borrow $18,194 and face just a 4.9% payment burden, landing in the 'Excellent' category. That means loan payments take a minimal bite out of their post-grad income, with a debt-to-earnings ratio of just 0.25.
Highest program earnings: $73,327
Strong outcomes with 70% acceptance
4.9% payment burden | Excellent - payment under 8% of discretionary
8.2% family burden | Good - payment 8-12% of discretionary
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | University Of HoustonPublic | $73,327 | 62 | $18,194 | Excellent | $18,072 | Good |
| #2 | $73,092 | 14 | $18,750 | Excellent | $10,000 | Good | |
| #3 | $54,466 | 11 | $28,000 | Manageable | $15,692 | Challenging | |
| #4 | $51,938 | 20 | $22,500 | Good | $14,685 | Challenging | |
| #5 | $38,957 | 46 | $21,983 | Challenging | $19,433 | High | |
| #6 | $29,685 | 21 | $29,000 | High | $19,929 | High |
Our program rankings answer: "Which schools have the best outcomes for graduates of this specific major?"
Unlike traditional rankings that measure overall school quality, these rankings focus on program-level outcomes. A school that's #200 overall might have a top-10 nursing program — and that matters if you're studying nursing.
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