Environmental/Environmental Health Engineering at University of Connecticut
Bachelor's Degree
Analysis
UConn's environmental engineering program lands squarely in the middle of the pack nationally, with first-year earnings of $64,950 that essentially match both the national and state medians. That's not a criticism—it means graduates are entering a field with consistent, solid starting salaries regardless of where they study. The debt load of $21,738 is actually slightly below the national median, yielding a healthy debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.33. In practical terms, graduates should be able to manage their loans comfortably on an entry-level engineering salary.
The caveat here is sample size: with fewer than 30 graduates in the data, these numbers could shift significantly year to year. What we can say is that environmental engineering as a field tends to deliver predictable outcomes, and UConn appears to be no exception. The identical earnings across UConn's various campuses (Storrs, Waterbury, Avery Point) suggest you're getting the same degree value regardless of location, which matters if your child prefers a smaller campus setting.
For parents weighing this against other engineering disciplines, environmental engineering typically starts lower than mechanical or electrical but offers strong job stability in a growing field. The debt-to-earnings picture here is sound enough that this program won't create financial stress for most graduates, assuming they secure employment in their field.
Where University of Connecticut Stands
Earnings vs. debt across all environmental/environmental health engineering bachelors's programs nationally
Programs in the upper-left quadrant (high earnings, low debt) offer the best value. Programs in the lower-right quadrant warrant careful consideration.
Earnings Distribution
How University of Connecticut graduates compare to all programs nationally
University of Connecticut graduates earn $65k, placing them in the 53th percentile of all environmental/environmental health engineering bachelors programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Connecticut
Environmental/Environmental Health Engineering bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Connecticut (7 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Connecticut | $64,950 | — | $21,738 | 0.33 |
| University of Connecticut-Waterbury Campus | $64,950 | — | $21,738 | 0.33 |
| University of Connecticut-Avery Point | $64,950 | — | $21,738 | 0.33 |
| University of Connecticut-Stamford | $64,950 | — | $21,738 | 0.33 |
| University of Connecticut-Hartford Campus | $64,950 | — | $21,738 | 0.33 |
| National Median | $64,675 | — | $23,000 | 0.36 |
Other Environmental/Environmental Health Engineering Programs in Connecticut
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Connecticut schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Connecticut-Waterbury Campus Waterbury | $17,462 | $64,950 | $21,738 |
| University of Connecticut-Avery Point Groton | $17,462 | $64,950 | $21,738 |
| University of Connecticut-Stamford Stamford | $17,472 | $64,950 | $21,738 |
| University of Connecticut-Hartford Campus Hartford | $17,452 | $64,950 | $21,738 |
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 University of Connecticut, approximately 24% 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 27 graduates with reported earnings and 28 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.