Engineering Science at Trinity University

Trinity University's Engineering Science program produces graduates earning $74,063 in their first year—solidly above the national median and placing in the 60th percentile among Texas programs. With debt of $21,249, the ratio of 0.29 means graduates owe roughly three and a half months' salary, a manageable burden that allows for financial flexibility early in their careers. The relatively low debt also reflects well compared to similar programs nationally, landing in the 38th percentile.

The catch here is sample size—with fewer than 30 graduates tracked, these figures might not capture the full picture. Engineering Science is an unusual major, offered at only 57 schools nationwide and just two in Texas, so your student's actual outcomes could vary. That said, the combination of Trinity's selectivity (28% admission rate, 1407 average SAT) and these modest debt levels suggests the program serves high-achieving students without excessive financial strain.

For parents weighing this option: the debt burden is reasonable, and first-year earnings match what engineers typically see. The small program size could mean more individualized attention, though it also means less certainty in the data. If your child thrives in selective academic environments and the engineering science approach (broader than traditional engineering disciplines) fits their interests, Trinity delivers solid outcomes without the debt nightmares that plague some private universities.