Best Schools for Architectural Sciences and Technology

Architectural Sciences and Technology graduates earn a median of $70,844 within four years of graduating, ranking #94 out of 283 tracked majors — 13% above the median across all fields. There are 22 colleges nationwide with tracked earnings for this major, producing 553 recent graduates.

Where you study matters: University of Washington-Seattle Campus graduates earn $103,414 while University of New Mexico-Main Campus graduates earn $50,263 — a $53,151 difference. Factors like location, employer networks, co-op programs, and curriculum focus drive this gap. Across all fields, though, which major you pick separates earnings more than which college does.

Early career salary growth is modest: Architectural Sciences and Technology graduates see an average 2% increase between year 1 and year 2 post-graduation, reflecting career advancement and skill development in the first years after college.

Schools

$70,844

Avg. 2yr Earnings

#94

of 283 Majors

553

Graduates

Public vs Private: Architectural Sciences and Technology

Public (12 schools)

$70,522

avg. 2yr earnings

Private (10 schools)

$72,624

avg. 2yr earnings

Private schools produce $2,102 more in early earnings on average for Architectural Sciences and Technology graduates. Factor in tuition difference to calculate which offers better ROI.

Architectural Sciences and Technology by State

Top Architectural Sciences and Technology Schools by Graduate Earnings

University of Washington-Seattle Campus

Seattle, WA · Public

University of Massachusetts-Amherst

Amherst, MA · Public

Pratt Institute-Main

Brooklyn, NY · Private

University of Southern California

Los Angeles, CA · Private

Art Center College of Design

Pasadena, CA · Private

$77,401

4yr Earnings

18 grads · small sample

1yr: $53,380 (17)

Acceptance: 75.0%

Syracuse University

Syracuse, NY · Private

Oklahoma State University-Main Campus

Stillwater, OK · Public

$73,075

4yr Earnings

20 grads · small sample

Acceptance: 70.9%

Cornell University

Ithaca, NY · Private

Western Kentucky University

Bowling Green, KY · Public

New York Institute of Technology

Old Westbury, NY · Private

New Jersey Institute of Technology

Newark, NJ · Public

Thomas Jefferson University

Philadelphia, PA · Private

University of Oregon

Eugene, OR · Public

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

Champaign, IL · Public

Temple University

Philadelphia, PA · Public

Montana State University

Bozeman, MT · Public

$64,133

4yr Earnings

27 grads · small sample

Acceptance: 86.8%

#17

Savannah College of Art and Design

Savannah, GA · Private

Andrews University

Berrien Springs, MI · Private

$62,157

4yr Earnings

17 grads · small sample

Acceptance: 87.4%

#19

CUNY New York City College of Technology

Brooklyn, NY · Public

SUNY College of Technology at Delhi

Delhi, NY · Public

$58,573

4yr Earnings

29 grads · small sample

Acceptance: 88.4%

#21

University of New Mexico-Main Campus

Albuquerque, NM · Public

$50,263

4yr Earnings

26 grads · small sample

Acceptance: 95.5%

#22

Tuskegee University

Tuskegee, AL · Private

$42,682

2yr Earnings

21 grads · small sample

1yr: $43,557 (21)

Grads: 21

Acceptance: 31.4%

Majors with Similar Earnings

Systems Science and Theory $46,775 Agriculture, Agriculture Operations, and Related Sciences, Other $46,084 International Business $45,876 Homeland Security $45,599 Curriculum and Instruction $45,570 Mathematics $45,296

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best school for Architectural Sciences and Technology?

University of Washington-Seattle Campus ranks #1 for Architectural Sciences and Technology with median graduate earnings of $103,414 within four years of graduating. There are 22 schools nationwide offering this major with tracked earnings data.

How much do Architectural Sciences and Technology graduates earn?

Architectural Sciences and Technology graduates earn an average of $70,844 within four years of graduating. This is 13% above the median across all majors. Earnings range from $50,263 to $103,414 depending on the school.

How hard is it to get into a top Architectural Sciences and Technology program?

The average acceptance rate across Architectural Sciences and Technology programs is 66.0%. The most selective program is at Cornell University with a 8.2% acceptance rate. Competitive programs value strong math/analytical skills and relevant coursework.

Is a public or private school better for Architectural Sciences and Technology?

Private Architectural Sciences and Technology programs average $72,624 in early earnings vs $70,522 at public schools. Private schools lead in earnings, but cost significantly more — calculate net price before deciding.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings are median 2 years after graduation for bachelor's degree holders, from the field-of-study file last updated June 2026. Institution-level figures elsewhere on the site come from the June 2026 release — Scorecard publishes the two separately.

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