IT Management at Strayer University-Maryland

Suitland, MD · Private for-profit · Associate Degree · Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management

a compact campus enrolling 1,177 students in Suitland, MD.

Program Analysis

At $61,810 per year, IT Management graduates from Strayer University-Maryland significantly outpace the $43,065 national average for this trade, reflecting strong employer demand for this program's graduates.

The 23.2x earnings multiple means ten-year projected earnings exceed tuition cost by an order of magnitude. Trade programs often deliver strong ratios, and this one is a standout.

AI risk is moderate — 68% task exposure — and the 0% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook for IT Management graduates.

The median debt load of $28,519 represents less than half a year of starting salary — among the lightest debt-to-income ratios in vocational education.

Ranked #54 out of 132 programs, Strayer University-Maryland's IT Management offering sits in the upper half but doesn't break into the top tier.

IT Management connects to 2 apprenticeship options. The earn-while-you-learn model can be a strong alternative or complement to a certificate program.

68 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
61
Low End
68
Score
71
High End
Earnings $61,810/yr (44% vs median)
AI-Proof Exposed (32% shielded)
Job Market Very Large (386,000 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Year 1 Earnings
$62K
Reported median after graduation
Earnings Multiple
23.2x
10-year earnings ÷ tuition
Viable Career Paths
13 of 13
Occupations with strong AI resilience
Program Tuition
$27,840
Median Debt at Graduation
$28,519
5.5 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$58,656
Small cohort — data may not reflect typical outcomes

Top Career Paths

Top career paths for IT Management graduates by median salary.

Career Path Median Salary Growth AI-ProofAI
Computer and information systems managers $171,200 +15.2% 47%
Managers, all other $136,550 +4.5% 53%
Database architects $135,980 +8.7% 6%
Computer and information systems managers
$171,200
+15.2% growth 47% AI-proof
Managers, all other
$136,550
+4.5% growth 53% AI-proof
Database architects
$135,980
+8.7% growth 6% AI-proof

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IT Management Career Guide

From day-one roles to senior positions, IT Management careers span a range of specializations. Read the complete outlook for graduates entering engineering & technology.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 68/100 TradeSchoolOutlook Score mean for IT Management at Strayer University-Maryland?
This program scores 68/100, reflecting respectable but not exceptional financial outcomes for IT Management graduates.
How vulnerable is IT Management to AI automation?
With 68% of typical job tasks exposed to AI, this is one of the higher-risk fields. Our pessimistic scenario projects $646,670 in decade earnings vs $646,670 in the optimistic case — a meaningful gap.
Are there apprenticeship options for IT Management?
The DOL recognizes 2 apprenticeship pathways related to IT Management. For students weighing Strayer University-Maryland's program cost against alternatives, apprenticeships offer zero-tuition entry with paid employment from day one.
How many job openings are there for IT Management graduates?
The very large job market (386,000 annual openings) works in favor of IT Management graduates. The national outlook is driven by ongoing digital transformation and technology adoption, though regional variation matters.
Data from College Scorecard, BLS, and AI resilience research. Methodology & sources →