6 Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management Programs
| # | School | Net Price | In-State Tuition | Graduation Rate | Acceptance Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, Alabama
|
$14,975 | $5,808 | 37.2% | |
| 2 |
University of Alabama in Huntsville
Huntsville, Alabama
|
$19,880 | $11,770 | 61.9% | 78.1% |
| 3 |
Herzing University-Birmingham
Birmingham, Alabama
|
$20,957 | $13,420 | 25.0% | 94.1% |
| 4 |
The University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, Alabama
|
$22,150 | $11,900 | 73.7% | 80.1% |
| 5 |
Strayer University-Alabama
Birmingham, Alabama
|
$22,923 | $13,920 | ||
| 6 |
Tuskegee University
Tuskegee, Alabama
|
$32,977 | $23,440 | 57.1% | 29.7% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What explains the wide gap between the cheapest and most expensive programs?
Columbia Southern University's online, for-profit model allows it to offer the lowest net cost at $14,975, while Tuskegee University's private nonprofit structure results in the highest at $32,977. The $18,002 difference reflects varying institutional approaches, with public universities like UAH falling in the middle at $19,880.
How do graduation rates compare across Alabama's most affordable options?
The University of Alabama leads with a 73.7% graduation rate despite charging $22,150 net cost. Columbia Southern University, though cheapest at $14,975, reports only a 37.2% graduation rate, while UAH achieves 61.9% at $19,880 net cost.
Where do graduates typically find employment in Alabama's tech sector?
Alabama's aerospace and automotive industries offer strong prospects, with NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center, Airbus, and Hyundai providing technology management opportunities. The state's manufacturing growth has created demand for IT administrators who can manage complex production systems and data networks.
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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.