Computer Software and Media Applications

Graduate certificate · Appalachian State University · Boone, NC

CIP 11.08

$74,802Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$104,433Median earnings 4 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
$24,814Median federal debt
5Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the graduate certificate program in Computer Software and Media Applications at Appalachian State University earn a median of $74,802 one year after completing the program. Nationally, graduate certificate graduates in this field earn a median of $107,086 four years after graduating (middle half: $80,941–$153,305). Median debt is $24,814, about 33% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Computer Software and Media Applications graduates from Appalachian State University make?

The median salary is $74,802 one year after graduation.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $24,814.

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