Compare 10 Computer Engineering. programs in Florida. Average earnings: $84,867.
With top graduates earning $100,248, Computer Engineering stands out as a field where program choice matters more than school name. The gap between the best and median programs exceeds $15K—proof that evaluating programs individually beats relying on institutional prestige.
University of Florida's Computer Engineering program leads with graduates earning $100,248, well above the state average of $85,211. But Florida Gulf Coast University follows close behind at $96,155 with a 77% acceptance rate—demonstrating that accessible programs can deliver outcomes rivaling highly selective ones.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. University of Florida graduates borrow $15,000 and face just a 2.6% payment burden, landing in the 'Excellent' category. That means loan payments take a minimal bite out of their post-grad income.
Highest program earnings: $100,248
Strong outcomes ($96,155) with 77% acceptance
2.6% payment burden | Excellent
6.5% family burden | Excellent
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | University Of FloridaPublic | $100,248 | 108 | $15,000 | Excellent | $18,837 | Excellent |
| #2 | $96,155 | 56 | $17,622 | Excellent | $18,946 | Excellent | |
| #3 | Florida State UniversityPublic | $94,745 | 41 | $18,000 | Excellent | $17,000 | Excellent |
| #4 | $90,773 | 38 | $27,000 | Excellent | $29,276 | Manageable | |
| #5 | $89,519 | 110 | $16,500 | Excellent | $13,610 | Excellent | |
| #6 | $87,402 | 65 | $17,988 | Excellent | $15,541 | Excellent | |
| #7 | $82,542 | 108 | $18,190 | Excellent | $16,036 | Good | |
| #8 | $79,158 | 48 | $17,236 | Excellent | $15,000 | Good | |
| #9 | $65,126 | 42 | $14,250 | Excellent | $8,985 | Excellent | |
| #10 | $63,005 | 8 | $16,624 | Excellent | $12,269 | Good |
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 →