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Mechatronics & Robotics at Kennesaw State University

Kennesaw, GA · Public · Bachelor's Degree · Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering

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

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $72,645/yr (-7% vs median)

AI Risk High (46% exposed)

Job Market Medium (27,900 openings/yr)

ROI 31.1x earnings multiple (10.6x out-of-state)

Ranked #3 of 5 Mechatronics & Robotics programs

How AI Changes the Outlook

Three scenarios based on how aggressively AI disrupts the career paths available to Mechatronics & Robotics graduates.

	Optimistic No Disruption	Base Case Gradual AI	Pessimistic Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings	$742K	$720K	$640K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	32.1x	31.1x	27.7x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	10.9x	10.6x	9.4x
Probability of Field Employment	73%	67%	50%
DegreeOutlook Score	62	61	59

10-Year Earnings Projection

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

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$23,144

Out-of-state: $68,160 (10.6x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$67,888

-193% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$28,437

4.7 months of Year 1 earnings

Program Analysis

First-year earnings of $72,645 track close to the $78,331 national median for Mechatronics & Robotics programs. This is a middle-of-the-road outcome on salary alone.

With a 31.1x return on in-state tuition over ten years, the financial case for this program is compelling by virtually any measure.

The 14% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Mechatronics & Robotics career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

At $28,437 in median debt against $72,645 in first-year earnings, graduates can expect to clear their loan balance in under six months of full earnings.

Mechatronics & Robotics is offered at just 5 schools in our analysis. Kennesaw State University's #3 ranking should be read in that context.

About Kennesaw State University

With a 69% acceptance rate, Kennesaw State University is moderately selective, one of the larger campuses at 39,503 students in Kennesaw, GA.

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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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Trade programs often mean less time in school, lower student debt, and hands-on career paths that tend to be more resilient to AI disruption.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 61/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Mechatronics & Robotics at Kennesaw State University?

At 61/100, the score looks reasonable — but Mechatronics & Robotics 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 Mechatronics & Robotics at Kennesaw State University?

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.

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