Industrial Engineering at University of Connecticut

UConn's industrial engineering program produces solid outcomes that outperform most national competitors while keeping debt reasonable. Graduates earn $77,692 their first year—beating three-quarters of similar programs nationally—with typical debt of just under $25,000. That 0.32 debt-to-earnings ratio means graduates owe roughly four months of salary, a manageable burden that most engineering graduates can handle comfortably.

Within Connecticut, the program ranks at the 60th percentile, though this comparison is less meaningful given that only seven schools offer industrial engineering in the state. The earnings figure appears consistent across UConn's various campuses, suggesting standardized program quality regardless of location. Nationally, UConn's outcomes land right at the 75th percentile threshold for earnings, positioning it as a clear above-average choice.

The main consideration is whether a student has strong aptitude for engineering coursework—UConn's 1338 average SAT suggests a competitive peer group that will set the academic pace. For a student ready for that environment, this program represents a straightforward financial win: good earnings from day one, debt that won't dominate their financial life, and the flexibility that comes with a versatile engineering degree. The moderate sample size suggests stable program placement, not a statistical fluke.