Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering
Bachelor's degree · Colorado School of Mines · Golden, CO
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering at Colorado School of Mines earn a median of $80,815 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $100,647 four years after graduating (middle half: $84,635–$122,440). Median debt is $21,500, about 27% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering (Bachelor's degree) at other Colorado schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Colorado Boulder Boulder | $88,957 | $19,221 |
| University of Colorado Colorado Springs Colorado Springs | $80,513 | $24,500 |
| University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus Denver | $78,878 | $29,014 |
| Colorado State University-Fort Collins Fort Collins | $78,038 | $25,176 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering graduates from Colorado School of Mines make?
The median salary is $80,815 one year after graduation and $103,408 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $21,500.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.