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Data derived specifically from PUMS raw data for Computer Administration Management And Security.

Entry Level Salary
$58,298
Median Salary
$100,753
Unemployment Rate
3.6%
Avg: 2.2%
Underemployment Rate
23.3%
Working non-college jobs

Earnings Trajectory

Lifetime: $4,030,120
Entry (Early)
$58,298
Median (Prime)
$100,753
High (Prime)
$104,451

ROI Sensitivity Analysis
Assuming 4 Years to Graduation

This analysis tests three "What-If" scenarios. While most students start at the Entry Level, calculating ROI using Median and High salaries helps illustrate the potential long-term payoff for top performers relative to the degree cost.

Lifetime Value Added (NPV)

Entry Level
Median
High
$0 Cost
+67k
+413k
+443k
$25k / yr
-23k
+323k
+353k
$50k / yr
-113k
+233k
+263k

Break-even Age

Entry Level
Median
High
$0 Cost
35
25
25
$25k / yr
Never
29
28
$50k / yr
Never
34
33

Return on Investment %

Entry Level
Median
High
$0 Cost
∞
∞
∞
$25k / yr
-21%
297%
325%
$50k / yr
-52%
107%
121%
Sensitivity Analysis Methodology: These grids assume you begin your career earning the salary specified in the column header (Entry Level = conservative baseline, Median/High = potential upside).

These figures are medians for past graduates who received federal aid. Your cost and pay will differ. Run your own numbers in the Guided ROI Interview →

Education Impact

Advanced Degree Rate23.3%
Analysis: Most graduates enter the workforce directly with a Bachelor's degree.

Top Professions

Information security analysts

12.2% of graduates map to this role
Growing
Entry Salary
$74,115
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$105,666|$129,180
openings
14,100 /yr
Growth (10yr): +21%

Software developers

7.7% of graduates map to this role
Growing
Entry Salary
$92,644
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$118,379|$135,980
openings
95,300 /yr
Growth (10yr): +10.2%

Computer occupations, all other

5.8% of graduates map to this role
Growing
Entry Salary
$55,611
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$79,262|$116,580
openings
27,000 /yr
Growth (10yr): +5.1%

Computer support specialists

5.4% of graduates map to this role
Stable
Entry Salary
$46,153
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$62,167|$62,890
openings
48,700 /yr
Growth (10yr): -2.7%

Computer and information systems managers

3.8% of graduates map to this role
Growing
Entry Salary
$91,107
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$110,000|$175,140
openings
53,500 /yr
Growth (10yr): +15.8%

Management occupations

3.6% of graduates map to this role
Growing
Entry Salary
$113,232
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$115,857|$126,520
openings
1,081,700 /yr
Growth (10yr): +6.2%

Network and computer systems administrators

3.2% of graduates map to this role
Stable
Entry Salary
$85,018
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$83,417|$99,130
openings
13,400 /yr
Growth (10yr): -4.1%

Computer systems analysts

2.8% of graduates map to this role
Growing
Entry Salary
$75,029
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$85,000|$105,850
openings
32,900 /yr
Growth (10yr): +7.9%

Computer network architects

1.8% of graduates map to this role
Growing
Entry Salary
$100,000
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$106,000|$134,050
openings
9,600 /yr
Growth (10yr): +7.7%

Management analysts

1.6% of graduates map to this role
Growing
Entry Salary
$76,174
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$100,000|$101,860
openings
94,100 /yr
Growth (10yr): +10.1%

About this Data:

  • Entry: Median salary for graduates aged 22 to 27 (American Community Survey).
  • Median (PUMS | BLS): Comparison of this major's graduates vs. the national market average for the role.
  • Growth & Openings: 10-year national projections (2025–2035).

Program Variants & Earnings Ranges

Summary of specific program titles and credential levels mapped to this major, showing the range of earnings across different colleges.

Completers Only: Federal median earnings data strictly reflects outcomes for students who successfully graduated. Students who do not complete their degree typically earn significantly less and face higher risks of debt default.

Program TitleCredential Level# CollegesMedian Earnings Range
data entry/microcomputer applications.Undergrad Certificate32$46,405 - $60,225
data entry/microcomputer applications.Associate's Degree21$46,766 - $86,313