Best Value Management Information Systems and Services Colleges in Connecticut

Central Connecticut State University delivers the strongest value proposition for Management Information Systems graduates, with a net cost of just $16,435 leading to median earnings of $63,501. The $30,000 spread between the lowest and highest net costs reflects Connecticut's split between affordable state schools and pricier private options. This matters in a state where insurance giants like Hartford Financial and tech-forward healthcare systems actively recruit MIS professionals to manage complex data infrastructures.

Programs

$16,435 – $46,274

Net Price Range

$60,756

Avg. Program Earnings

56.0%

Avg. Graduation Rate

8 Management Information Systems and Services Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	Program Earnings	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	Central Connecticut State University New Britain, Connecticut	$16,435	$63,501	$12,460	49.3%	76.7%
2	Western Connecticut State University Danbury, Connecticut	$18,617	$57,318	$12,763	50.2%	83.5%
3	Post University Waterbury, Connecticut	$19,196	$52,107	$17,100	35.3%
4	Albertus Magnus College New Haven, Connecticut	$32,681	$61,516	$39,924	46.1%	80.5%
5	Fairfield University Fairfield, Connecticut	$46,274	$69,338	$56,360	83.8%	52.2%
6	University of Bridgeport Bridgeport, Connecticut	$24,786		$35,760	48.1%	81.5%
7	Eastern Connecticut State University Willimantic, Connecticut	$20,480		$13,292	58.1%	73.8%
8	Quinnipiac University Hamden, Connecticut	$39,207		$53,090	77.3%	83.8%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the massive earnings gap between Connecticut MIS programs?

Fairfield University graduates earn $69,338 compared to Post University's $52,107, creating a $17,231 difference. This reflects varying alumni networks, internship pipelines, and recruitment relationships with Connecticut's major employers in insurance and finance.

How do public universities compare to private schools for MIS value?

Central Connecticut State and Western Connecticut State both offer net costs under $19,000 with strong earnings potential above $57,000. Private schools like Albertus Magnus cost $32,681 but produce similar graduate outcomes, making the public option more cost-effective.

Is the 35% graduation rate at Post University a red flag for MIS students?

Post University's 35.3% graduation rate stands far below the state average, while schools like Fairfield achieve 83.8% completion rates. The low completion rate combined with $30,943 average debt creates significant financial risk for students who don't finish.

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Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.