Compare 16 Computer Programming. programs ranked by graduate earnings. Average earnings: $82,413. Top programs: $114,963+.
While school rankings suggest predictable outcomes, Computer Programming tells a different story. Across 12 programs, earnings range from $35,060 to $94,556—variation that tracks program quality, not overall school reputation.
University of Michigan-Dearborn's Computer Programming program leads with graduates earning $94,556, well above the $65,212 average. Baker College follows at $84,353, while Rochester Institute of Technology rounds out the top three at $83,875—proving that program outcomes vary independently of institutional prestige.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. University of Michigan-Dearborn graduates borrow $22,500 and face just a 4.3% payment burden, landing in the 'Excellent' category. That means loan payments take a minimal bite out of their post-grad income.
Highest program earnings: $94,556
Strong outcomes with 59% acceptance
4.3% payment burden | Excellent
7.8% family burden | Excellent
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | $114,963 | 32 | $16,668 | Excellent | $25,881 | Excellent | |
| #2 | $113,559 | 27 | $26,778 | Excellent | $35,625 | Good | |
| #3 | North Seattle CollegePublic | $106,639 | 30 | $15,458 | Excellent | $18,548 | Excellent |
| #4 | $106,484 | 57 | $22,500 | Excellent | $16,132 | Excellent | |
| #5 | Depaul UniversityPrivate | $101,315 | 138 | $23,168 | Excellent | $41,563 | Manageable |
| #6 | Green River CollegePublic | $92,375 | 38 | $11,891 | Excellent | $8,853 | Excellent |
| #7 | $86,965 | 35 | $23,250 | Excellent | $22,000 | Good | |
| #8 | Southwestern CollegePrivate | $83,746 | 36 | $25,000 | Excellent | $19,900 | Good |
| #9 | Herzing University-MadisonPrivate | $78,404 | 6 | $21,500 | Excellent | $10,400 | Good |
| #10 | $73,380 | 148 | $21,000 | Excellent | $11,833 | Good | |
| #11 | $71,665 | 136 | $14,718 | Excellent | $18,349 | Good | |
| #12 | $67,437 | 42 | $23,833 | Excellent | $19,000 | Manageable | |
| #13 | $67,047 | 8 | $20,500 | Excellent | $33,574 | Challenging | |
| #14 | Rowan UniversityPublic | $60,493 | 122 | $20,500 | Excellent | $27,445 | Challenging |
| #15 | Baker CollegePrivate | $52,941 | 26 | $25,000 | Good | $9,540 | Manageable |
| #16 | $41,193 | 11 | $24,000 | Manageable | $16,900 | 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.
Data based on 2024-2025 Dept of Education reporting standards. Learn about our methodology →
