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Engineering Science at Dartmouth College

Hanover, NH · Private nonprofit · Bachelor's Degree

DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case)

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $89,929/yr (21% vs median)

AI Risk High (46% exposed)

Job Market Medium (27,900 openings/yr)

ROI 3.2x earnings multiple

Ranked #3 of 7 Engineering Science programs Top 50%

How AI Changes the Outlook

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

	Optimistic No Disruption	Base Case Gradual AI	Pessimistic Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings	$872K	$839K	$729K
Earnings Multiple	3.3x	3.2x	2.8x
Probability of Field Employment	73%	67%	50%
DegreeOutlook Score	60	59	56

10-Year Earnings Projection

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

4-Year Tuition (Sticker)

$262,956

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$114,476

56% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$17,083

2.3 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$99,468

11% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

First-year earnings of $89,929 at Dartmouth College come in 21% above the national median of $74,381 for Engineering Science programs.

At 3.2x tuition cost in decade earnings, the ROI is moderate. This program pays for itself, but it's not a financial slam-dunk.

The 16% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Engineering Science career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

With first-year pay of $89,929 far exceeding the $17,083 median debt, the payback timeline is measured in months, not years.

Engineering Science is offered at just 7 schools in our analysis. Dartmouth College's #3 ranking should be read in that context.

The limited growth from $89,929 to $99,468 over five years suggests earnings in this field plateau relatively early in one's career.

About Dartmouth College

Dartmouth College's 6% admission rate places it in the top tier of selectivity nationally, a smaller institution with 4,367 students in Hanover, NH. Financial aid reduces the effective four-year cost to $114,476 — 56% less than the list price.

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Top Career Paths

Architectural and engineering managers $167,740/yr

Engineers, all other $117,750/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 59/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Engineering Science at Dartmouth College?

At 59/100, Dartmouth College's Engineering Science program delivers middling returns. School cost and personal fit become important decision factors.

Should I worry about AI if I study Engineering Science at Dartmouth College?

The 46% 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.

What do students actually pay for Engineering Science at Dartmouth College?

The 56% gap between sticker price and net cost means most students pay far less than $262,956. At a net cost of $114,476, the earnings multiple improves substantially.

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