Analysis
Wentworth graduates earn $80,401 right out of school—nearly $10,000 above MIT graduates and $24,000 above the national median for biomedical engineering. That's the second-highest in Massachusetts, trailing only Worcester Polytechnic's already elite outcomes. By year four, earnings climb to just over $90,000, and the $27,000 in typical debt means graduates owe just 34 cents for every dollar they earn, well below concerning thresholds.
What makes this particularly impressive is the context: Wentworth admits 85% of applicants with average SAT scores around 1220, yet delivers outcomes that beat far more selective programs. While it ranks at the 60th percentile within Massachusetts (a state dominated by engineering powerhouses), it lands in the 95th percentile nationally. For families comparing Boston-area engineering programs, Wentworth offers comparable debt to BU or MIT but delivers stronger immediate earnings—a rare combination of accessibility and results.
The moderate sample size means individual cohorts might vary, but the fundamentals are sound. If your student wants biomedical engineering and can handle a hands-on, career-focused curriculum, Wentworth provides arguably the best return on investment in New England. The debt is manageable, the earnings are exceptional, and graduates enter the workforce immediately competitive.
Where Wentworth Institute of Technology Stands
Earnings vs. debt across all biomedical/medical engineering bachelors's programs nationally
Earnings Distribution
How Wentworth Institute of Technology graduates compare to all programs nationally
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
| School | 1 Year | 4 Years | Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wentworth Institute of Technology | $80,401 | $90,840 | +13% |
| Massachusetts Institute of Technology | $70,696 | $116,182 | +64% |
| Worcester Polytechnic Institute | $78,283 | $88,871 | +14% |
| University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth | $60,237 | $85,262 | +42% |
| Boston University | $69,209 | $84,960 | +23% |
Compare to Similar Programs in Massachusetts
Biomedical/Medical Engineering bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Massachusetts (12 total in state)
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Wentworth Institute of TechnologyBoston | $41,010 | $80,401 | $90,840 | $27,000 | 0.34 |
 Worcester Polytechnic InstituteWorcester | $59,070 | $78,283 | $88,871 | $27,000 | 0.34 |
 Massachusetts Institute of TechnologyCambridge | $60,156 | $70,696 | $116,182 | $13,000 | 0.18 |
 Boston UniversityBoston | $65,168 | $69,209 | $84,960 | $26,848 | 0.39 |
 University of Massachusetts-DartmouthNorth Dartmouth | $15,208 | $60,237 | $85,262 | $27,000 | 0.45 |
 Western New England UniversitySpringfield | $46,430 | $58,437 | — | $27,000 | 0.46 |
| National Median | — | $64,660 | — | $23,246 | 0.36 |
Career Paths
Occupations commonly associated with biomedical/medical engineering graduates
Architectural and Engineering Managers
Biofuels/Biodiesel Technology and Product Development Managers
Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers
Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary
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 Wentworth Institute of Technology, approximately 23% 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 72 graduates with reported earnings and 90 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.