Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering
Bachelor's degree · Western Michigan University · Kalamazoo, MI
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering at Western Michigan University earn a median of $76,145 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 $27,000, about 35% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering (Bachelor's degree) at other Michigan schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Michigan-Ann Arbor Ann Arbor | $87,606 | $17,430 |
| Kettering University Flint | $86,360 | $30,000 |
| Michigan State University East Lansing | $83,874 | $22,500 |
| Grand Valley State University Allendale | $80,732 | $29,091 |
| Lawrence Technological University Southfield | $80,671 | — |
| Oakland University Rochester Hills | $80,623 | $25,971 |
| Michigan Technological University Houghton | $79,439 | $27,000 |
| Saginaw Valley State University University Center | $78,950 | — |
| University of Michigan-Dearborn Dearborn | $78,942 | $20,833 |
| Wayne State University Detroit | $78,738 | $23,182 |
| Central Michigan University Mount Pleasant | $71,457 | $28,500 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering graduates from Western Michigan University make?
The median salary is $76,145 one year after graduation and $97,447 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $27,000.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.