Compare 7 Computer Engineering. programs in Virginia. Average earnings: $97,642.
Computer Engineering programs produce graduates earning between $75,282 and $135,287—a $60K spread that demonstrates why program selection matters independently of school prestige. Across 7 ranked programs in Virginia, outcomes vary based on program quality, not institutional reputation.
University of Virginia-Main Campus leads with Computer Engineering graduates earning $135,287, well above the state average of $97,642. Virginia Polytechnic Institute follows at $107,350 with a larger cohort of 179 students, while George Mason University delivers $99,351 with an accessible 89% acceptance rate.
High earnings paired with low debt tell the complete story. University of Virginia graduates borrow $17,500 and face just a 2.1% payment burden, earning an 'Excellent' affordability rating. Virginia Tech students borrow slightly more at $21,500 but still maintain an excellent 3.5% burden—proof that top programs can remain affordable.
Highest program earnings: $135,287
Strong outcomes ($107,350) with 57% acceptance
2.1% payment burden | Excellent
6.2% family burden | Excellent
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | $135,287 | 58 | $17,500 | Excellent | $28,903 | Excellent | |
| #2 | $107,350 | 179 | $21,500 | Excellent | $35,325 | Good | |
| #3 | George Mason UniversityPublic | $99,351 | 34 | $19,500 | Excellent | $25,142 | Good |
| #4 | Old Dominion UniversityPublic | $96,247 | 30 | $24,000 | Excellent | $18,866 | Good |
| #5 | $93,520 | 16 | $25,000 | Excellent | $44,122 | Manageable | |
| #6 | $76,460 | 36 | $21,500 | Excellent | $23,585 | Manageable | |
| #7 | Liberty UniversityPrivate | $75,282 | 17 | $24,500 | Excellent | $16,398 | 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.
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