Outcomes-based program rankings.
Program outcomes at University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth vary significantly by field of study, with engineering and healthcare programs typically delivering the strongest earnings while liberal arts and social sciences offer different career pathway values. The data below evaluates programs based on graduate earnings, debt levels, and return on investment rather than reputation or prestige rankings.
Analyzing 26 programs with available earnings data.
These highlights showcase programs that excel across earnings performance, national rankings, and student enrollment levels.
#90 nationally
$34K median earnings
Engineering and technology programs dominate the highest earnings categories at UMass Dartmouth. Electrical Engineering produces $90,218 median earnings, followed closely by Artificial Intelligence at $90,180 and Bioengineering at $85,262. Mechanical Engineering rounds out the top four with $80,735 earnings. Healthcare programs follow with Adult Health Nursing generating $70,683 earnings from substantially larger cohorts.
Several UMass Dartmouth programs achieve top national rankings in their respective fields. Criminology leads with #9 national ranking and #1 in Massachusetts, combining strong outcomes with exceptional value scores. Blood Bank Technology ranks #21 nationally, while Commercial Photography achieves #63 national positioning. Artificial Intelligence ranks #83 nationally among rapidly growing technology programs, while English Literature ranks #84 nationally, demonstrating humanities strength.
This bar shows the range of median earnings across all majors at this school.
The tables below compare programs in each category by earnings, rank, debt, and cohort size.
These sections represent the complete set of ranked undergraduate programs at University Of Massachusetts-Dartmouth.
Engineering and technology programs deliver exceptional earnings outcomes despite smaller enrollment numbers. Artificial Intelligence leads with $90,180 median earnings from 62 graduates, ranking #83 nationally.
Electrical Engineering produces $90,218 earnings, while Mechanical Engineering graduates 52 students earning $80,735. These programs stand out for students prioritizing maximum earnings potential and technical career advancement in high-growth industries.
| Program | National Rank | Median Earnings | Median Debt | Cohort Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical and Electronics Engineering. | #90 | $90,218★ |
Program rankings reflect actual labor market outcomes rather than institutional reputation or survey-based assessments. Data comes from federal College Scorecard records, which track graduate earnings and debt levels 2-4 years after completion. Programs must have sufficient graduate cohorts to ensure reliable reporting, which explains why some smaller programs may not appear in the data. Earnings represent median outcomes for each program's graduates, while rankings compare performance against identical programs nationwide. Value scores combine earnings, debt, and completion factors to assess overall program return on investment. Students should consider these metrics alongside personal interests, career goals, and graduate school plans when evaluating academic programs. The variation in outcomes reflects both program characteristics and graduate career choices rather than program quality alone.
Median earnings 10 years post-enrollment
Debt burden relative to earnings
Institutional contribution to outcomes
recent graduates
Value scores highlight programs delivering strong earnings relative to debt and completion factors. Criminology achieves the highest value score of 83.7 with #9 national ranking and solid earnings. English Literature produces 71.4 value scores, while American History reaches 73.7 scores. Psychology generates 66.5 value scores from large enrollment, while Bioengineering achieves 61.6 scores combining strong earnings with moderate debt levels.
Loan affordability varies significantly across program categories. Health Professions and Engineering programs achieve Excellent affordability ratings with payments under 8% of discretionary income. Computer Science programs also rate Excellent for debt capacity. Business and Social Sciences programs typically achieve Good to Manageable ratings with payments between 8-18% of discretionary income. Psychology and Biological Sciences fall into Manageable categories with longer payoff timelines.
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| Artificial Intelligence. | #82 | $90,180 | — | 62 |
| Bioengineering and Biomedical Engineering. | #39 | $85,262 | — | 27 |
| Mechanical Engineering. | #153 | $80,735 | — | 52 |
| Computer Engineering, General.Small sample | #123 | $79,383 | — | 13 |
| Civil Engineering, General. | #161 | $65,279 | — | 25 |
Business programs show varied performance across specializations, with accounting and finance programs outperforming general management tracks. Accounting Technology graduates earn $64,381 with strong #117 national rankings, while Banking and Financial Support Services produces $61,374 earnings.
Business Administration graduates earn $49,862 from the largest business cohort. These programs offer accessible career preparation with moderate earnings outcomes.
| Program | National Rank | Median Earnings | Median Debt | Cohort Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Information Resources Management. | #54 | $65,824★ | — | 30 |
| Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping. | #112 | $64,381 | $26,118 | 94 |
| Banking and Financial Support Services. | #109 | $61,374 | $18,826 | 61 |
| Business/Commerce, General. | #41 | $59,287 | — | 23 |
| Business Administration and Management, General. | #236 | $49,862 | $13,285 | 113 |
| Digital Marketing. | #149 | $49,635 | $23,869 | 83 |
Health programs at UMass Dartmouth demonstrate strong earnings outcomes with substantial enrollment. Adult Health Nursing leads with 183 graduates earning $70,683 and ranking #154 nationally, while Blood Bank Technology graduates earn $65,627 from smaller cohorts.
These programs combine solid career preparation with manageable debt levels, positioning graduates for stable healthcare employment with competitive compensation in the Massachusetts market.
| Program | National Rank | Median Earnings | Median Debt | Cohort Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adult Health Nurse/Nursing. | #160 | $70,683★ | $20,038 | 183 |
| Blood Bank Technology Specialist. | #23 | $65,627 | — | 23 |
Biological sciences programs at UMass Dartmouth provide traditional pre-professional preparation with moderate earnings outcomes. Biology graduates earn $49,831 from cohorts of 51 students, ranking #226 nationally.
These programs typically serve students planning graduate school continuation or entry-level research positions, with earnings reflecting early-career positioning rather than long-term potential in specialized fields.
| Program | National Rank | Median Earnings | Median Debt | Cohort Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biology, General. | #226 | $49,831 | — | 51 |
Social sciences programs demonstrate mixed outcomes, with criminology standing out as exceptional value. Criminology ranks #9 nationally with graduates earning $53,581, while Psychology produces $45,292 earnings from larger 134-student cohorts.
American Government shows lower earnings at $33,266, reflecting different career trajectories. These programs serve students seeking public service, research, or graduate school preparation pathways.
| Program | National Rank | Median Earnings | Median Debt | Cohort Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Criminology. | #8 | $53,581★ | $22,123 | 80 |
| Psychology, General. | #117 | $45,292 | $16,000 | 134 |
| Sociology and Anthropology.Small sample | #5 | $34,388 | — | 18 |
| American Government and Politics (United States). | #290 | $33,266 | — | 38 |
Humanities and arts programs provide strong value relative to national patterns in these fields. English Language and Literature graduates earn $47,042, ranking #84 nationally, while American History produces $49,376 earnings from smaller cohorts.
Commercial Photography generates $45,008 from specialized training programs. These programs excel for students prioritizing intellectual development and creative career pathways over maximum earnings potential.
| Program | National Rank | Median Earnings | Median Debt | Cohort Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| American History (United States). | #72 | $49,376★ | — | 31 |
| English Language and Literature, General. | #86 | $47,042 | — | 38 |
| Commercial Photography. | #62 | $45,008 | — | 42 |
| General Studies. | #168 | $41,478 | — | 25 |
| Cinematography and Film/Video Production.Small sample | — | $31,886 | — | 5 |
| Digital Arts. | #27 | $25,753 | — | 21 |
| Art History, Criticism and Conservation.Small sample | #255 | $21,964 | — | 17 |
Resources, cohort size, and graduation rates
Trajectory from early to mid-career
Why rankings may differ by program: A university's nursing program and business program can have entirely different outcome profiles. Our methodology surfaces these differences so you can evaluate programs — not just institutions.
