Compare 10 Computer Engineering. programs in Ohio. Average earnings: $80,239.
While school rankings suggest predictable outcomes, Computer Engineering tells a different story. Across 10 programs in Ohio, earnings range from $73,635 to $94,224—variation that tracks program quality, not overall school reputation.
Ohio State University's Computer Engineering program leads with graduates earning $94,224, well above the state average of $80,239. Miami University-Oxford follows at $89,462, while University of Cincinnati delivers $83,489. These outcomes reflect program-specific strengths, not institutional prestige alone.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. Ohio State graduates borrow $19,976 and face just a 3.8% payment burden, landing in the 'Excellent' category. That means loan payments take a minimal bite out of their post-grad income, with a debt-to-earnings ratio of just 0.21.
Highest program earnings: $94,224
Strong outcomes with 51% acceptance
3.8% payment burden | Excellent
9.5% family burden | Good
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | $94,224 | 421 | $19,976 | Excellent | $25,868 | Good | |
| #2 | Miami University-OxfordPublic | $89,462 | 56 | $23,000 | Excellent | $34,512 | Manageable |
| #3 | $83,489 | 46 | $21,250 | Excellent | $23,602 | Good | |
| #4 | University Of ToledoPublic | $79,264 | 90 | $22,250 | Excellent | $19,243 | Good |
| #5 | $79,209 | 34 | $23,250 | Excellent | $22,000 | Good | |
| #6 | $77,292 | 25 | $21,797 | Excellent | $16,998 | Good | |
| #7 | $76,266 | 28 | $22,750 | Excellent | $14,381 | Good | |
| #8 | $74,968 | 53 | $25,000 | Excellent | $25,947 | Manageable | |
| #9 | University Of DaytonPrivate | $74,576 | 19 | $23,250 | Excellent | $43,810 | Challenging |
| #10 | Cedarville UniversityPrivate | $73,635 | 11 | $20,937 | Excellent | $37,422 | Manageable |
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 →
