IT Management at Strayer University-Tennessee

Memphis, TN · Private for-profit · Associate Degree · Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management

with a smaller student body of 2,670 in Memphis, TN.

Program Analysis

First-year earnings of $61,810 put Strayer University-Tennessee's IT Management program 44% above the national median of $43,065 — one of the higher-earning programs in this field.

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.

With first-year pay of $61,810 far exceeding the $28,519 median debt, the payback timeline is measured in months, not years.

Ranked #55 out of 132 programs, Strayer University-Tennessee'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

Explore what IT Management graduates do, from entry-level roles to long-term career paths across 132 programs nationwide.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does Strayer University-Tennessee's IT Management program score?
At 68/100, Strayer University-Tennessee's IT Management program delivers middling returns. School cost and personal fit become important decision factors.
What's the AI risk for IT Management graduates from Strayer University-Tennessee?
The 68% AI task exposure score is above average. Our model shows this affecting job availability more than salaries — Strayer University-Tennessee graduates may face stiffer competition for fewer positions.
Can I learn IT Management through an apprenticeship instead of Strayer University-Tennessee?
If Strayer University-Tennessee's tuition gives you pause, consider that 2 DOL-registered apprenticeship pathways exist for IT Management. You'd earn while training, avoiding student debt entirely — though completion takes longer than a certificate program.
Is there demand for IT Management workers?
At 386,000 annual openings, IT Management has a very large employment base. Strayer University-Tennessee graduates benefit from broad demand, particularly given ongoing digital transformation and technology adoption.
Data from College Scorecard, BLS, and AI resilience research. Methodology & sources →