Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering at Syracuse University
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Syracuse University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Syracuse University graduates earn $84k, placing them in the 94th percentile of all electrical, electronics and communications engineering bachelors programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in New York
Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering bachelors's programs at peer institutions in New York (27 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Syracuse University | $84,494 | — | $24,000* | — |
| Cornell University | $100,516 | $118,743 | $14,750* | 0.15 |
| Columbia University in the City of New York | $84,019 | $96,554 | $12,000* | 0.14 |
| University of Rochester | $83,705 | $103,652 | $18,750* | 0.22 |
| Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute | $83,412 | $102,236 | $24,625* | 0.30 |
| Rochester Institute of Technology | $82,726 | $84,896 | $29,000* | 0.35 |
| National Median | $77,710 | — | $24,989* | 0.32 |
Other Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering Programs in New York
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across New York schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cornell University Ithaca | $66,014 | $100,516 | $14,750 |
| Columbia University in the City of New York New York | $69,045 | $84,019 | $12,000 |
| University of Rochester Rochester | $64,348 | $83,705 | $18,750 |
| Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Troy | $61,884 | $83,412 | $24,625 |
| Rochester Institute of Technology Rochester | $57,016 | $82,726 | $29,000 |
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 Syracuse University, approximately 16% 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.
Sample Size: Based on 16 graduates with reported earnings and 18 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.