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Georgia's public universities create a massive cost advantage for Computer Engineering students, with Georgia Tech offering top-tier education for just $13,289 net price while graduates earn $83,270 annually. The state's thriving tech sector, anchored by Atlanta's fintech companies and growing film industry requiring technical expertise, provides strong career prospects. Private options like DeVry cost $30,243 but produce graduates earning only $38,937, highlighting how Georgia's public institutions deliver superior value in this field.
6
Programs
$13,289 – $35,949
Net Price Range
$63,094
Avg. Program Earnings
61.5%
Avg. Graduation Rate

6 Computer Engineering Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $13,289 $11,764 92.3% 17.1%
2 $13,816 $11,180 87.2% 42.6%
3 $16,531 $5,905 52.1% 88.9%
4 $16,972 $5,786 48.1% 67.9%
5 $30,243 $17,488 36.4% 50.0%
6 $35,949 $31,725 52.7% 60.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the huge earnings gap between Georgia Tech and other programs?

Georgia Tech graduates earn $83,270 compared to $38,937 at DeVry, reflecting the institute's engineering reputation and industry connections. The 17.13% acceptance rate indicates selectivity that correlates with post-graduation success.

How does the HOPE Scholarship affect Computer Engineering costs?

Students with a 3.0 GPA receive full tuition coverage at public universities through HOPE. This brings in-state costs down to $11,764 at Georgia Tech and $5,786 at Kennesaw State, making these programs extremely affordable.

Does graduation rate correlate with program cost in Georgia?

The pattern is mixed, with Georgia Tech's 92.30% rate justifying its selectivity, while University of Georgia achieves 87.20% at similar costs. However, expensive DeVry shows only 36.40% graduation rates despite higher tuition.

Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.