Compare 13 Computer Science. programs in Indiana. Average earnings: $85,557.
The highest-earning Computer Science. program isn't at the most prestigious school. With a $105K earnings gap across 13 programs, the data confirms: program-level factors drive outcomes more than institutional brand.
Rose-Hulman Institute Of Technology's Computer Science. program leads with graduates earning $157,625—well above the $85,557 average across Indiana programs. Purdue University-Main Campus follows at $116,601, while Indiana University-Southeast rounds out the top three at $97,561, proving regional programs compete effectively.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. Rose-Hulman graduates borrow $25,000 and face just a 2.5% payment burden, landing in the 'Excellent' category. For families, Indiana University-Southeast leads with a 5.9% family burden, showing the best choice depends on who's paying.
Highest program earnings: $157,625
Strong outcomes with 73% acceptance
2.5% payment burden | Excellent
5.9% family burden | Excellent
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | $157,625 | 85 | $25,000 | Excellent | $71,022 | Good | |
| #2 | $116,601 | 469 | $19,500 | Excellent | $29,448 | Excellent | |
| #3 | $97,561 | 25 | $19,684 | Excellent | $10,909 | Excellent | |
| #4 | Depauw UniversityPrivate | $93,572 | 45 | $27,000 | Excellent | $35,134 | Manageable |
| #5 | $91,304 | 142 | $19,509 | Excellent | $32,850 | Good | |
| #6 | Taylor UniversityPrivate | $86,504 | 21 | $20,500 | Excellent | $45,174 | Manageable |
| #7 | $77,924 | 93 | $20,000 | Excellent | $17,205 | Good | |
| #8 | $76,322 | 20 | $21,355 | Excellent | $12,486 | Good | |
| #9 | $70,232 | 36 | $20,105 | Excellent | $13,626 | Good | |
| #10 | $68,485 | 24 | $21,229 | Excellent | $14,984 | Good | |
| #11 | $63,749 | 50 | $21,500 | Excellent | $12,362 | Good | |
| #12 | Valparaiso UniversityPrivate | $59,863 | 20 | $26,942 | Good | $28,500 | Challenging |
| #13 | $52,503 | 13 | $21,710 | Good | $12,000 | Manageable |
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 →
