Computer Engineering at University of New Hampshire-Main Campus

UNH's Computer Engineering program launches graduates into strong starting salaries—$88,904 in year one—that place them in the 87th percentile nationally. With just $21,500 in median debt, the debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.24 is manageable, meaning graduates could theoretically pay off loans with roughly three months of earnings. These numbers comfortably exceed the national medians of $79,000 in earnings and $24,500 in debt, positioning UNH as a solid value for engineering students who want competitive outcomes without the premium price tag of more selective institutions.

The caveat here matters: this data comes from a small sample size (under 30 graduates), which means a few high or low earners could skew the picture. The earnings trajectory also shows modest growth—just 7% over four years—suggesting most of the financial benefit comes immediately after graduation rather than building over time. Still, given UNH's 87% admission rate and that it's the only institution in New Hampshire reporting data for this program, it offers an accessible path to strong engineering earnings for students who might not gain entry to more competitive programs.

For families seeking an in-state engineering option with proven earning power and reasonable debt, UNH delivers on both fronts. Just recognize that the small graduate pool means your child's individual results could vary more than they would at larger programs.