Computer Programming
Associate's degree · Northcentral Technical College · Wausau, WI
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$67,224Median earnings 4 years after
$58,764Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
7Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the associate's degree program in Computer Programming at Northcentral Technical College earn a median of $49,488. Nationally, associate's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $58,070 four years after graduating (middle half: $37,249–$83,473).
Computer Programming (Associate's degree) at other Wisconsin schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Fox Valley Technical College Appleton | $54,652 | $9,048 |
| Chippewa Valley Technical College Eau Claire | $44,673 | $11,000 |
| Gateway Technical College Kenosha | $41,728 | — |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Computer Programming graduates from Northcentral Technical College make?
The median salary is $49,488 and $58,764 after five years.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.