Computer Programming

Associate's degree · Indian Hills Community College · Ottumwa, IA

CIP 11.02

$63,559Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$86,187Median earnings 4 years after

$71,535Median earnings 5 years after

$12,620Median federal debt

20Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the associate's degree program in Computer Programming at Indian Hills Community College earn a median of $63,559 one year after completing the program. Nationally, associate's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $58,070 four years after graduating (middle half: $37,249–$83,473). Median debt is $12,620, about 20% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

Computer Programming (Associate's degree) at other Iowa schools

College	Earnings (1 yr)	Median debt
Kirkwood Community College Cedar Rapids	$39,216	$14,112

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Computer Programming graduates from Indian Hills Community College make?

The median salary is $63,559 one year after graduation and $71,535 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $12,620.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.