Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering at University of Connecticut-Avery Point

UConn-Avery Point's electrical engineering program delivers solid results at a notably low cost. The $27,000 median debt sits in the 25th percentile nationally—meaning 75% of comparable programs leave students with more debt—while first-year earnings of $77,411 land right at the state median. For Connecticut engineering programs, that 60th percentile ranking means you're doing better than most in-state options, even if you're not quite matching University of New Haven's premium.

The real strength here is the risk-adjusted return. With a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.35, graduates owe about four months of salary—an exceptionally manageable burden that allows for earlier saving and financial flexibility. The 13% earnings growth to $87,623 by year four suggests steady career progression, and the 87% admission rate makes this accessible to students who might not crack the most selective programs but can still succeed in a demanding technical field.

Connecticut families paying in-state tuition should take a hard look at this option. You're getting essentially the same outcomes as the flagship Storrs campus (they share the same $77,411 median) but potentially with more flexibility in location and perhaps a more supportive environment given the smaller campus. The moderate sample size means individual results will vary, but the fundamentals—low debt, solid starting pay, decent growth—point toward a financially sound choice.