We know that choosing the right degree is complex. One particularly important factor in this process is determining the financial commitment you will have to make to complete a program, and which one gives you the best return on your investment once you graduate. Of course, it's also essential to investigate scholarships and financial aid to offset tuition. Here are the typical costs for an engineering degree:

average yearly tuition as per the most recent US census data
$ 10,128 per year
Average in-state tuition in 2017

19% above average compared to other degrees

$ 26,684 per year
Average out-of-state tuition in 2017

30% above average compared to other degrees

$ 40,866 per year
Average private tuition in 2017

25% above average compared to other degrees

What do engineering graduates earn?

Engineering students make an average of $87,224 per year after graduation. This is 31% above average compared to other undergraduate degrees.

$ 87,224 per year
Average graduate salary in 2017

Top 86% of degrees

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% of people underpaid in 2019

0% above average compared to other degrees

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