Compare 5 Civil Engineering. programs in Washington. Average earnings: $78,200.
Civil Engineering programs produce graduates earning between $69,151 and $85,216—a $16K spread that demonstrates why program selection matters independently of school prestige. Across 5 ranked programs in Washington, outcomes vary based on program quality, not institutional reputation.
Saint Martin's University's Civil Engineering program leads with graduates earning $85,216, outpacing the state average of $78,200. The University of Washington-Seattle Campus follows at $82,149, while Washington State University delivers $79,139—proving that program-level factors drive outcomes more than overall school rankings.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. University of Washington-Seattle Campus graduates borrow $14,615 and face just a 3.4% payment burden, landing in the 'Excellent' category. Saint Martin's achieves similar affordability at 4.9% burden, showing top programs can deliver both strong earnings and manageable debt.
Highest program earnings: $85,216
Strong outcomes with 76% acceptance
3.4% payment burden | Excellent
9.9% family burden | Good
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Saint Martin's UniversityPrivate | $85,216 | 24 | $22,500 | Excellent | $22,678 | Good |
| #2 | $82,149 | 135 | $14,615 | Excellent | $24,883 | Good | |
| #3 | $79,139 | 97 | $19,500 | Excellent | $29,968 | Manageable | |
| #4 | Gonzaga UniversityPrivate | $75,346 | 42 | $24,454 | Excellent | $37,652 | Manageable |
| #5 | Seattle UniversityPrivate | $69,151 | 26 | $19,883 | Excellent | $37,520 | Challenging |
Our program rankings answer: "Which schools have the best outcomes for graduates of this specific major?"
Unlike traditional rankings that measure overall school quality, these rankings focus on program-level outcomes. A school that's #200 overall might have a top-10 nursing program — and that matters if you're studying nursing.
Data based on 2024-2025 Dept of Education reporting standards. Learn about our methodology →
