Kettering University Programs & Rankings

How We Rank Programs

Program outcomes reflect labor market results from federal College Scorecard data, measuring actual graduate earnings and debt rather than institutional prestige. Rankings compare programs against all similar majors nationally, providing objective performance measures. Different outcomes within the same institution result from varying industry demand, required skill levels, and career trajectory differences across engineering disciplines. Cohort sizes indicate program scale and data reliability, with larger programs providing greater statistical confidence. Value scores combine earnings, debt, and completion rates to assess overall program effectiveness. These outcome-focused measures help students evaluate programs based on career results rather than reputation or marketing.