Best Schools for Engineering Science

Engineering Science graduates earn a median of $93,039 within four years of graduating, ranking #29 out of 283 tracked majors — 49% above the median across all fields. There are 11 colleges nationwide with tracked earnings for this major, producing 160 recent graduates.

Where you study matters: Dartmouth College graduates earn $113,749 while Wartburg College graduates earn $78,959 — a $34,790 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 Science graduates see an average -3% increase between year 1 and year 2 post-graduation, reflecting career advancement and skill development in the first years after college.

Schools

$93,039

Avg. 2yr Earnings

#29

of 283 Majors

160

Graduates

Public vs Private: Engineering Science

Public (6 schools)

$93,515

avg. 2yr earnings

Private (5 schools)

$92,444

avg. 2yr earnings

Public schools produce comparable or higher early earnings for Engineering Science, often at lower tuition — making them strong value options for this major.

Engineering Science by State

Top Engineering Science Schools by Graduate Earnings

Dartmouth College

Hanover, NH · Private

Arizona State University Campus Immersion

Tempe, AZ · Public

$101,127

4yr Earnings

20 grads · small sample

Acceptance: 90.2%

Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus

University Park, PA · Public

$100,176

4yr Earnings

17 grads · small sample

2yr: $73,215 (28)

Acceptance: 54.2%

Rutgers University-New Brunswick

New Brunswick, NJ · Public

Hofstra University

Hempstead, NY · Private

California State University-Bakersfield

Bakersfield, CA · Public

Trinity University

San Antonio, TX · Private

$86,823

4yr Earnings

22 grads · small sample

2yr: $60,320 (20)

1yr: $59,096 (16)

Acceptance: 28.2%

University of New Mexico-Main Campus

Albuquerque, NM · Public

$86,015

4yr Earnings

25 grads · small sample

2yr: $56,415 (14)

Acceptance: 95.5%

Wartburg College

Waverly, IA · Private

$78,959

4yr Earnings

23 grads · small sample

Vanderbilt University

Nashville, TN · Private

The College of New Jersey

Ewing, NJ · Public

$58,866

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 62.1%

Majors with Similar Earnings

Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection $64,277 Construction Engineering Technologies $64,025 Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing $63,987 Fire Protection $63,093 Engineering, Other $62,778 Engineering, General $62,318

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best school for Engineering Science?

Dartmouth College ranks #1 for Engineering Science with median graduate earnings of $113,749 within four years of graduating. There are 11 schools nationwide offering this major with tracked earnings data.

How much do Engineering Science graduates earn?

Engineering Science graduates earn an average of $93,039 within four years of graduating. This is 49% above the median across all majors. Earnings range from $78,959 to $113,749 depending on the school.

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

The average acceptance rate across Engineering Science programs is 60.6%. The most selective program is at Dartmouth College with a 6.2% acceptance rate. Competitive programs value strong math/analytical skills and relevant coursework.

Is a public or private school better for Engineering Science?

Private Engineering Science programs average $92,444 in early earnings vs $93,515 at public schools. Public schools offer competitive earnings at typically lower cost, making them strong value options.

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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