by our College Data Analytics Team
[Information Technology](/majors/computer-information-sciences/it-information-technology/) programs reward a close look at where your money goes furthest. A high-value program keeps cost low while graduates go on to earn well.
College Factual analyzed 23 schools to build this 2026 ranking of the best value information technology schools.
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Below are the schools that deliver the strongest value in information technology, balancing cost against outcomes.
Wichita Area Technical College earned the #1 spot for value among information technology schools in Kansas. Wichita Area Technical College is a moderately-sized public school located in the city of Wichita. In-state tuition and fees average $7,237. Typical student debt for information technology graduates is $11,828. Information Technology graduates of Wichita Area Technical College earn a median of $35,358 early in their careers. Set against $11,828 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff.
Wichita State University came in at #2 on our 2026 list of the best value information technology schools. Wichita State University is a large public school located in the city of Wichita. In-state tuition and fees average $9,684, while out-of-state students pay about $19,869. Typical student debt for information technology graduates is $24,262. Information Technology graduates of Wichita State University earn a median of $49,278 early in their careers. Set against $24,262 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. Wichita State University admits about 94% of applicants.
The strong cost-to-outcome balance at Manhattan Area Technical College earned it the #3 place for information technology. Manhattan Area Technical College is a small public school located in the city of Manhattan. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $9,844. Students borrow a median of $15,499 to complete the information technology program here. Information Technology graduates of Manhattan Area Technical College earn a median of $43,205 early in their careers. Set against $15,499 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff.
The strong cost-to-outcome balance at Johnson County Community College earned it the #4 place for information technology. Located in the city of Overland Park, Johnson County Community College is a very large public university. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $2,424, with out-of-state students paying around $5,688. Information Technology graduates carry a median of $13,532 in student loans. Soon after graduation, information technology degree recipients from Johnson County Community College generally make around $46,473. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value.
The strong cost-to-outcome balance at Butler Community College earned it the #5 place for information technology. Set in the town of El Dorado, Butler Community College is a moderately-sized public institution. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $3,541, while out-of-state students pay about $6,271. Information Technology graduates carry a median of $20,225 in student loans. Soon after graduation, information technology degree recipients from Butler Community College generally make around $39,404. That is a strong return on a $20,225 median debt.
Kansas City Kansas Community College landed the #6 spot for information technology value this year. Located in the city of Kansas City, Kansas City Kansas Community College is a moderately-sized public university. The average in-state cost of tuition and fees is $2,996, with out-of-state students paying around $6,482. Information Technology graduates carry a median of $13,129 in student loans. Early-career information technology graduates make about $43,216. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value.
Wichita Technical Institute ranked #7 on our 2026 list of the best value information technology schools. Located in the city of Wichita, Wichita Technical Institute is a small private for-profit university. Typical student debt for information technology graduates is $17,518. Early-career information technology graduates make about $32,236. Set against $17,518 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff.
Southwestern College came in at #8 for value in information technology this year. Southwestern College is a small private not-for-profit school located in the town of Winfield. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $39,822. Information Technology graduates carry a median of $26,874 in student loans. Information Technology graduates of Southwestern College earn a median of $58,036 early in their careers. That is a strong return on a $26,874 median debt. Southwestern College admits about 76% of applicants.
The ranking above is published by College Factual (MF_RANKING_2025), 2026 edition. The methodology weighs the cost of a degree against the earnings graduates go on to achieve, drawn primarily from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS and College Scorecard).
Ranking method: College Major Best Value · 23 schools evaluated.
*Averages shown above reflect the top 3 ranked schools only.
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