Computer Engineering at Christopher Newport University
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
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Compare to Similar Programs in Virginia
Computer Engineering bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Virginia (11 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christopher Newport University | $86,636* | $93,520 | $23,813* | — |
| University of Virginia-Main Campus | $118,232* | $135,287 | $16,875* | 0.14 |
| George Mason University | $87,466* | $99,351 | $26,697* | 0.31 |
| Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University | $86,636* | $107,350 | $26,000* | 0.30 |
| Virginia Commonwealth University | $82,964* | — | $23,813* | 0.29 |
| Old Dominion University | $70,298* | $96,247 | $23,360* | 0.33 |
| National Median | $78,952* | — | $24,500* | 0.31 |
Other Computer Engineering Programs in Virginia
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Virginia schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Virginia-Main Campus Charlottesville | $20,986 | $118,232 | $16,875 |
| George Mason University Fairfax | $13,815 | $87,466 | $26,697 |
| Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Blacksburg | $15,478 | $86,636 | $26,000 |
| Virginia Commonwealth University Richmond | $16,458 | $82,964 | $23,813 |
| Old Dominion University Norfolk | $12,262 | $70,298 | $23,360 |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Christopher Newport University, approximately 15% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 5 similar programs in VA. Actual outcomes may vary.