Compare 5 Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering. programs ranked by graduate earnings. Average earnings: $79,056. Top programs: $85,340+.
Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering programs produce graduates earning between $71,664 and $85,340—a $14K spread that demonstrates why program selection matters independently of school prestige. Across 5 ranked programs, outcomes vary based on program quality, not institutional reputation.
Worcester Polytechnic Institute's Mechatronics program leads with graduates earning $85,340, followed closely by University of Washington-Seattle Campus at $85,139. The average across all programs is $79,056, but the story isn't about prestige—it's about how regional publics like Utah Valley University ($80,491) compete directly with private institutions.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. University of Washington graduates borrow $14,615 and face just a 3.2% payment burden, landing in the 'Excellent' category. Utah Valley offers even better family value with a 6.1% family burden, proving that the best choice depends on who's paying.
Highest program earnings: $85,340
Strong outcomes ($85,340) with 59% acceptance
3.2% payment burden | Excellent
6.1% family burden | Excellent
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | $85,340 | 95 | $27,000 | Excellent | $53,567 | Challenging | |
| #2 | $85,139 | 23 | $14,615 | Excellent | $24,883 | Good | |
| #3 | Utah Valley UniversityPublic | $80,491 | 20 | $14,750 | Excellent | $9,582 | Excellent |
| #4 | $72,645 | 82 | $23,833 | Excellent | $19,000 | Manageable | |
| #5 | $71,664 | 60 | $20,000 | Excellent | $14,229 | 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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