IT Management at Strayer University-District of Columbia

Washington, DC · Private for-profit · Associate Degree · Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management

a compact campus enrolling 309 students in Washington, DC.

Program Analysis

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

Every dollar of tuition returns an estimated 23.2x in decade earnings — an exceptional ratio that places this among the highest-ROI IT Management programs nationally.

Some AI exposure exists in IT Management's career paths, with 68% of job tasks potentially affected. The pessimistic scenario still projects solid returns, with a 0% gap from the optimistic case.

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

At #49 of 132 IT Management programs, Strayer University-District of Columbia scores above the median — competitive but not a standout.

There are 2 registered apprenticeship pathways mapped to IT Management, including Health Information Management Privacy And Security Officer (median $136,550/yr). Apprenticeships offer an alternative route that combines paid work with structured training.

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

IT Management opens doors to multiple career tracks. Our pillar guide covers every mapped occupation with salary data and AI resilience ratings.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does Strayer University-District of Columbia's IT Management program score?
At 68/100, Strayer University-District of Columbia'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-District of Columbia?
AI won't eliminate IT Management careers, but it may reshape them. At Strayer University-District of Columbia, a score of 68/100 already accounts for the 68% task exposure — the ROI calculation factors in reduced employment probability.
What apprenticeship pathways exist for IT Management graduates?
The DOL recognizes 2 apprenticeship pathways related to IT Management. For students weighing Strayer University-District of Columbia's program cost against alternatives, apprenticeships offer zero-tuition entry with paid employment from day one.
Is there demand for IT Management workers?
Job availability for IT Management is strong — 386,000 positions open annually across the mapped career paths. For Strayer University-District of Columbia graduates specifically, local market conditions in DC may shift the picture.
Data from College Scorecard, BLS, and AI resilience research. Methodology & sources →