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Biomedical/Medical Engineering at University of Connecticut-Waterbury Campus

Waterbury, CT · Public · Bachelor's Degree

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

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $66,075/yr (4% vs median)

AI Risk High (50% exposed)

Job Market Medium (19,900 openings/yr)

ROI 12.1x earnings multiple (5.3x out-of-state)

Ranked #31 of 119 Biomedical/Medical Engineering programs Top 50%

How AI Changes the Outlook

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

	Optimistic No Disruption	Base Case Gradual AI	Pessimistic Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings	$879K	$845K	$721K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	12.6x	12.1x	10.3x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	5.5x	5.3x	4.5x
Probability of Field Employment	73%	67%	48%
DegreeOutlook Score	66	65	63

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 (5.3x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$35,584

49% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$25,000

4.5 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$94,444

43% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

At $66,075/yr, Biomedical/Medical Engineering graduates from University of Connecticut-Waterbury Campus land near the $63,751 national average — neither a standout nor a red flag.

With a 12.1x return on in-state tuition over ten years, the financial case for this program is compelling by virtually any measure.

The 18% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Biomedical/Medical Engineering career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

The median debt load of $25,000 represents less than half a year of starting salary — among the lightest debt-to-income ratios we track.

A #31 ranking among 119 Biomedical/Medical Engineering programs places University of Connecticut-Waterbury Campus in the middle-to-upper range. Solid, not exceptional.

A 43% earnings increase from $66,075 to $94,444 over five years is solid — not a moonshot, but evidence of normal career advancement.

About University of Connecticut-Waterbury Campus

With 87% of applicants admitted, University of Connecticut-Waterbury Campus prioritizes broad access, a compact campus enrolling 746 students in Waterbury, CT. 50% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating strong socioeconomic diversity. Financial aid reduces the effective four-year cost to $35,584 — 49% less than the list price.

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Top Career Paths

Architectural and engineering managers $167,740/yr

Bioengineers and biomedical engineers $106,950/yr

Engineering teachers, postsecondary $106,120/yr

View all 3 career paths with salary ranges and AI risk →

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 65/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Biomedical/Medical Engineering at University of Connecticut-Waterbury Campus?

At 65/100, University of Connecticut-Waterbury Campus's Biomedical/Medical Engineering program delivers middling returns. School cost and personal fit become important decision factors.

Should I worry about AI if I study Biomedical/Medical Engineering at University of Connecticut-Waterbury Campus?

The 50% 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 →