Home › University of Connecticut-Avery Point › Civil Engineering

Civil Engineering at University of Connecticut-Avery Point

Groton, CT · Public · Bachelor's Degree

DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case) — assumes in-state tuition

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $70,388/yr (2% vs median)

AI Risk High (49% exposed)

Job Market Large (56,100 openings/yr)

ROI 12.0x earnings multiple (5.2x out-of-state)

Ranked #132 of 220 Civil Engineering programs

How AI Changes the Outlook

Three scenarios based on how aggressively AI disrupts the career paths available to Civil Engineering graduates.

	Optimistic No Disruption	Base Case Gradual AI	Pessimistic Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings	$878K	$837K	$727K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	12.6x	12.0x	10.4x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	5.5x	5.2x	4.5x
Probability of Field Employment	84%	75%	55%
DegreeOutlook Score	70	69	67

10-Year Earnings Projection

*Year 1 uses actual reported earnings. Scenarios diverge as AI impact compounds over time.

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$69,848

Out-of-state: $160,520 (5.2x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$46,016

34% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$24,000

4.1 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$90,694

29% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

At $70,388/yr, Civil Engineering graduates from University of Connecticut-Avery Point land near the $69,097 national average — neither a standout nor a red flag.

With a 12.0x return on in-state tuition over ten years, the financial case for this program is compelling by virtually any measure.

The 17% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Civil Engineering career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

The median debt load of $24,000 represents less than half a year of starting salary — among the lightest debt-to-income ratios we track.

A #132 ranking among 220 Civil Engineering programs places University of Connecticut-Avery Point in the lower half. Price, proximity, and personal fit become the stronger arguments.

A 29% earnings increase from $70,388 to $90,694 over five years is solid — not a moonshot, but evidence of normal career advancement.

About University of Connecticut-Avery Point

With 87% of applicants admitted, University of Connecticut-Avery Point prioritizes broad access, with a smaller student body of 464 in Groton, CT. Financial aid reduces the effective four-year cost to $46,016 — 34% less than the list price.

See all programs and financial aid at University of Connecticut-Avery Point →

Top Career Paths

Architectural and engineering managers $167,740/yr

Petroleum engineers $141,280/yr

Engineers, all other $117,750/yr

View all 7 career paths with salary ranges and AI risk →

Compare & Explore

Civil Engineering at Other Schools

Other Majors at University of Connecticut-Avery Point

Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 69/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Civil Engineering at University of Connecticut-Avery Point?

At 69/100, the score looks reasonable — but Civil Engineering is a high-scoring field overall. Compared to peers, this program's earnings and ROI fall below the median.

Should I worry about AI if I study Civil Engineering at University of Connecticut-Avery Point?

The 49% AI task exposure score is above average. Our model shows this affecting job availability more than salaries — graduates may face stiffer competition for fewer positions.

Scores use College Scorecard earnings, BLS employment projections, and AI task-exposure research. See full methodology →