Compare 17 Computer Support Specialist. programs in the South. Average earnings: $62,928.
While school rankings suggest predictable outcomes, Computer Support Specialist programs tell a different story. Across 17 programs in the South, earnings range from $33,993 to $99,167—variation that tracks program quality, not overall school reputation.
Kennesaw State University's Computer Support Specialist program leads with graduates earning $99,167, well above the $62,928 regional average. George Washington University follows at $86,753, while UT San Antonio delivers $81,067. This $65K spread between top and bottom programs proves that outcomes depend on program strength, not institutional prestige.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. Kennesaw State graduates borrow $23,833 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, with a debt-to-earnings ratio of just 0.24.
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | $99,167 | 60 | $23,833 | Excellent | $19,000 | Good | |
| #2 | George Washington UniversityPrivate | $86,753 | 65 | $20,449 | Excellent | $30,881 | Good |
| #3 | $81,067 | 268 | $20,500 | Excellent | $13,859 | Good | |
| #4 | University Of MiamiPrivate | $73,059 | 45 | $17,500 | Excellent | $37,267 | Manageable |
| #5 | $72,309 | 51 | $22,250 | Excellent | $15,753 | Good | |
| #6 | $68,921 | 62 | $17,804 | Excellent | $32,258 | Manageable | |
| #7 | Old Dominion UniversityPublic | $65,838 | 47 | $24,000 | Excellent | $18,866 | Manageable |
| #8 | $61,985 | 94 | $19,500 | Excellent | $26,987 | Manageable | |
| #9 | $61,287 | 37 | $20,264 | Excellent | $24,038 | Manageable | |
| #10 | Limestone UniversityPrivate | $58,359 | 18 | $27,639 | Good | $22,193 | Challenging |
| #11 | Hallmark UniversityPrivate | $55,638 | 73 | $25,438 | Good | $14,004 | Manageable |
| #12 | Campbell UniversityPrivate | $54,232 | 27 | $22,500 | Good | $40,055 | High |
| #13 | The University Of TampaPrivate | $54,209 | 63 | $24,211 | Good | $53,549 | High |
| #14 | $51,247 | 16 | $21,105 | Good | $21,004 | Challenging | |
| #15 | $46,808 | 19 | $17,750 | Good | $12,100 | Manageable | |
| #16 | Saint Leo UniversityPrivate | $44,912 | 34 | $25,278 | Manageable | $14,773 | High |
| #17 | Marshall UniversityPublic | $33,993 | 21 | $23,250 | High | $13,944 | 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 →
