Compare 6 Computer Engineering. programs in Indiana. Average earnings: $87,004.
Computer Engineering programs produce graduates earning between $67,899 and $110,766—a $43K spread that demonstrates why program selection matters independently of school prestige. Across 6 ranked programs in Indiana, outcomes vary based on program quality, not institutional reputation.
Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology's Computer Engineering program leads with graduates earning $110,766, well above the state average of $87,004. Purdue University-Main Campus follows closely at $103,645, while Indiana University-Indianapolis delivers $84,634—proving that program-level factors drive outcomes across different institutional types.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. Rose-Hulman graduates face just a 3.9% payment burden despite borrowing $25,000, landing in the 'Excellent' category. For families considering parent loans, Indiana University-Indianapolis offers the lowest combined burden at 8.8%, keeping payments manageable for most graduates.
Highest program earnings: $110,766
Strong outcomes with 73% acceptance rate
3.3% payment burden | Excellent
8.8% family burden | Good
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | $110,766 | 70 | $25,000 | Excellent | $71,022 | Manageable | |
| #2 | $103,645 | 219 | $19,500 | Excellent | $29,448 | Good | |
| #3 | $84,634 | 28 | $20,000 | Excellent | $17,205 | Good | |
| #4 | University Of Notre DamePrivate | $79,598 | 15 | $19,000 | Excellent | $40,731 | Manageable |
| #5 | Valparaiso UniversityPrivate | $75,484 | 20 | $26,942 | Excellent | $28,500 | Manageable |
| #6 | Trine UniversityPrivate | $67,899 | 17 | $25,000 | Excellent | $32,897 | 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 →
