Computer Programming

Associate's degree · Southeast Technical College · Sioux Falls, SD

CIP 11.02

$53,874Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$48,859Median earnings 4 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
$12,000Median federal debt
14Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the associate's degree program in Computer Programming at Southeast Technical College earn a median of $53,874 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 $12,000, about 22% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Computer Programming graduates from Southeast Technical College make?

The median salary is $53,874 one year after graduation.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $12,000.

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