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25 Best Associate Degrees in Information Technology

By the GradReports team | Updated 4/1/2020

Students can find the best associate degrees in information technology at these 25 schools. Programs were ranked based on median salary one year after graduation. Anne Arundel Community College came in first with a median salary of $47,700 and a median student debt of $10,875. The second-ranked school, Hennepin Technical College, had the same median salary of $47,000 and a slightly higher median student debt of $15,609 for information technology graduates.

Tuition, median salaries, and median debt were reported by the U.S. Department of Education in November 2019. View our methodology for more details about these rankings or read more about the top-ranked schools.

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Salary and debt data reported by the U.S. Department of Education
Salary and debt data reported by the U.S. Department of Education
Rank School Location Annual Tuition Median Debt Median Salary
#1 #1 Arnold (MD) Arnold (MD) $13,760 $10,875 $47,700
#2 #2 Brooklyn Park (MN) Brooklyn Park (MN) $5,881 $15,609 $47,000
#4 #4 Minneapolis (MN) Minneapolis (MN) $6,098 $19,500 $43,500
#6 #6 Milwaukee (WI) Milwaukee (WI) $7,018 $13,500 $41,200
#9 #9 Portland (OR) Portland (OR) $9,670 $26,599 $38,100
#10 #10 Lawrenceville (GA) (and 1 other) Lawrenceville (GA) (and 1 other) $5,636 $12,500 $37,500
#11 #11 Multiple Locations Multiple Locations $8,120 - $30,484 $24,250 $37,400
#12 #12 Troy (NY) Troy (NY) $10,818 Not Reported $36,700
#13 #13 White Plains (NY) White Plains (NY) $23,598 $17,500 $36,500
#14 #14 Nationwide Nationwide $9,552 $22,625 $36,400
#15 #15 Orlando (FL) (and 2 others) Orlando (FL) (and 2 others) $9,383 $11,750 $36,200
#16 #16 Louisville (KY) Louisville (KY) $19,740 $22,810 $36,200
#18 #18 Multiple Locations Multiple Locations $18,484 $23,436 $35,300
#20 #20 Clarkston (GA) Clarkston (GA) $5,558 $16,500 $34,700
#21 #21 Eugene (OR) Eugene (OR) $12,020 $19,699 $34,500
#22 #22 Marietta (GA) (and 2 others) Marietta (GA) (and 2 others) $5,652 Not Reported $34,100
#24 #24 Raymond (MS) (and 1 other) Raymond (MS) (and 1 other) $6,800 Not Reported $32,700

2020 Best Colleges Highlights

Learn more about the top colleges for a Associate in Information Technology degree. You can also read student reviews of each school by clicking on the stars. Although student reviews were not used as a ranking factor in this list, we provide ratings and reviews so students can consider the experience of alumni in their decision-making process.

#1
Median Salary $47,700
Median Debt $10,875
Annual Tuition $13,760
Graduation Rate 20%

Anne Arundel Community College offers a 60-credit Associate of Applied Science in Computer Information Systems and Information Systems Technology. The coursework provides a foundation in database administration, computer technology, networking, and information systems. This knowledge and skill prepares graduates to pursue career paths in computing and information technology. Jobs available to graduates include help desk technologist, technical support specialist, and information systems technician.

Students in this program also have the opportunity to become certified as help desk specialists and Microsoft Office specialists while completing their degree. Students can enter the workforce upon graduation or apply the knowledge and skills gained through an associate degree from Anne Arundel Community College to a bachelor’s degree.

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#2
Brooklyn Park (MN)
Median Salary $47,000
Median Debt $15,609
Annual Tuition $5,881
Graduation Rate 30%

Hennepin Technical College offers students multiple options in its information technology and cyber defense program. Students can choose among associate degrees in cyber defense, IT support, network administration, programming, and data. Each of these tracks leads to a different career path for the graduate, allowing for better specialization. These associate degrees require completion of 60 credit hours, and courses are offered at the Eden Prairie Campus and Brooklyn Park Campus.

Hennepin Technical College offers day and evening classes, allowing students to choose the schedule that is best for them. This allows adult learners to further their education or career in the information technology field while maintaining their personal and professional lives. While studying in the information technology and cyber defense program, students have the opportunity to complete additional certificate courses. These certifications include Microsoft Office Specialist, SQL Software Developer, and IT Help Desk Technician.

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Median Salary $43,500
Median Debt $19,500
Annual Tuition $6,098
Graduation Rate 16%

Minneapolis College offers an Associate of Applied Science in Computer Support and Network Administration. This 60-credit program prepares students to pursue a career in information technology. Minneapolis College has a faculty of professors with previous or current experience in the information technology industry. These instructors provide students with an industry-based education that prepares them for a career in computing and network administration.

Students work with state-of-the-art computer equipment during their studies. The computer support and network administration program includes coursework on network administration, client/server installation and support, and database implementation. Graduates also complete coursework on how to troubleshoot problems with various computer systems and networks. Upon completion of the degree, graduates can work as network and systems administrators, information technology help desk technicians, or computer systems managers for small businesses.

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