Compare 7 Computer Support Specialist. programs in New York. Average earnings: $70,614.
The highest-earning Computer Support Specialist program isn't at the most prestigious school. With a $78K earnings gap across 7 programs, the data confirms: program-level factors drive outcomes more than institutional brand.
Rochester Institute of Technology's Computer Support Specialist program leads with graduates earning $123,462—well above the $71K state average. Pace University follows at $74,282, while SUNY Polytechnic Institute delivers $66,681. These outcomes track program strength, not overall school rankings.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. CUNY John Jay graduates borrow $11,000 and face just a 3.5% payment burden, landing in the 'Excellent' category. RIT students achieve the same excellent rating despite higher debt, thanks to $123K earnings that make loan payments trivial.
Highest program earnings: $123,462
Strong outcomes with 71% acceptance
3.5% payment burden | Excellent
9.2% family burden | Good
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | $123,462 | 78 | $26,778 | Excellent | $35,625 | Good | |
| #2 | Pace UniversityPrivate | $74,282 | 50 | $23,250 | Excellent | $46,275 | Challenging |
| #3 | $66,681 | 20 | $17,250 | Excellent | $18,928 | Manageable | |
| #4 | $65,483 | 119 | $11,000 | Excellent | $16,130 | Good | |
| #5 | $63,005 | 42 | $25,000 | Good | $54,289 | High | |
| #6 | Mercy UniversityPrivate | $55,745 | 18 | $19,637 | Good | $20,710 | Manageable |
| #7 | University At AlbanyPublic | $45,637 | 47 | $19,500 | Good | $22,398 | 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 →
