Best Schools for Engineering, Other

Engineering, Other graduates earn a median of $94,715 within four years of graduating, ranking #28 out of 283 tracked majors — 51% above the median across all fields. There are 24 colleges nationwide with tracked earnings for this major, producing 716 recent graduates.

Where you study matters: Stanford University graduates earn $115,206 while Alfred University graduates earn $71,845 — a $43,361 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: Engineering, Other 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

$94,715

Avg. 2yr Earnings

#28

of 283 Majors

716

Graduates

Public vs Private: Engineering, Other

Public (17 schools)

$93,389

avg. 2yr earnings

Private (6 schools)

$99,690

avg. 2yr earnings

Private schools produce $6,301 more in early earnings on average for Engineering, Other graduates. Factor in tuition difference to calculate which offers better ROI.

Engineering, Other by State

Top Engineering, Other Schools by Graduate Earnings

Stanford University

Stanford, CA · Private

Northeastern University

Boston, MA · Private

Louisiana Tech University

Ruston, LA · Public

$105,080

4yr Earnings

19 grads · small sample

1yr: $64,992 (16)

Acceptance: 72.6%

Massachusetts Maritime Academy

Buzzards Bay, MA · Public

California State University-Chico

Chico, CA · Public

Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus

University Park, PA · Public

Stevens Institute of Technology

Hoboken, NJ · Private

$99,691

4yr Earnings

27 grads · small sample

1yr: $69,150 (27)

Acceptance: 43.4%

Ohio State University-Main Campus

Columbus, OH · Public

Oregon State University

Corvallis, OR · Public

$94,278

4yr Earnings

27 grads · small sample

Oregon State University-Cascades Campus

Bend, OR · Public

$94,278

4yr Earnings

27 grads · small sample

University of Maryland-College Park

College Park, MD · Public

Mississippi State University

Mississippi State, MS · Public

$91,124

4yr Earnings

28 grads · small sample

1yr: $61,549 (30)

Acceptance: 76.3%

#13

Colorado State University Pueblo

Pueblo, CO · Public

$90,627

4yr Earnings

28 grads · small sample

Indiana University-Indianapolis

Indianapolis, IN · Public

University of California-San Diego

La Jolla, CA · Public

Purdue University-Main Campus

West Lafayette, IN · Public

Oregon Institute of Technology

Klamath Falls, OR · Public

$81,872

4yr Earnings

18 grads · small sample

Michigan State University

East Lansing, MI · Public

Alfred University

Alfred, NY · Private

$71,845

4yr Earnings

18 grads · small sample

1yr: $50,306 (16)

Acceptance: 48.3%

#20

Worcester Polytechnic Institute

Worcester, MA · Private

Auburn University

Auburn, AL · Public

University of Silicon Valley

San Jose, CA · For-Profit

Johnson & Wales University-Providence

Providence, RI · Private

Western Michigan University

Kalamazoo, MI · Public

$44,170

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 84.7%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best school for Engineering, Other?

Stanford University ranks #1 for Engineering, Other with median graduate earnings of $115,206 within four years of graduating. There are 24 schools nationwide offering this major with tracked earnings data.

How much do Engineering, Other graduates earn?

Engineering, Other graduates earn an average of $94,715 within four years of graduating. This is 51% above the median across all majors. Earnings range from $71,845 to $115,206 depending on the school.

How hard is it to get into a top Engineering, Other program?

The average acceptance rate across Engineering, Other programs is 62.3%. The most selective program is at Stanford University with a 3.9% acceptance rate. Competitive programs value strong math/analytical skills and relevant coursework.

Is a public or private school better for Engineering, Other?

Private Engineering, Other programs average $99,690 in early earnings vs $93,389 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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