Compare 6 Computer Support Specialist. programs in Michigan. Average earnings: $64,580.
Computer Support Specialist programs produce graduates earning between $48,185 and $79,637—a $31K spread that demonstrates why program selection matters independently of school prestige. Across 6 ranked programs in Michigan, outcomes vary based on program quality, not institutional reputation.
Michigan Technological University's Computer Support Specialist program leads with graduates earning $79,637, well above the state average of $64,580. Davenport University follows at $69,748, with Ferris State University close behind at $69,490—proving that specialized technical programs can deliver strong outcomes regardless of overall institutional rankings.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. Michigan Tech graduates borrow $24,990 and face just a 6.0% payment burden, landing in the 'Excellent' category. For families considering parent loans, Ferris State leads with an 11.1% family burden, still rated 'Good' and easily manageable for most graduates.
Highest program earnings: $79,637
Strong outcomes with 88% acceptance
6.0% payment burden | Excellent
11.1% family burden | Good
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | $79,637 | 20 | $24,990 | Excellent | $29,300 | Manageable | |
| #2 | Davenport UniversityPrivate | $69,748 | 60 | $26,000 | Excellent | $18,037 | Manageable |
| #3 | Ferris State UniversityPublic | $69,490 | 31 | $21,000 | Excellent | $14,849 | Good |
| #4 | Baker CollegePrivate | $60,985 | 87 | $25,000 | Good | $9,540 | Manageable |
| #5 | $59,433 | 55 | $25,000 | Good | $16,878 | Manageable | |
| #6 | $48,185 | 39 | $23,250 | Manageable | $37,401 | 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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