Cheapest Electrical Colleges in Indiana

Purdue University Northwest offers the state's most affordable Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering program at just $8,463 in net costs, making it nearly three times cheaper than the average private option. Indiana's 12 engineering programs span costs from this budget-friendly choice to Rose-Hulman's $40,665, creating opportunities for students across financial backgrounds. The state's thriving manufacturing sector, anchored by companies like Cummins and major pharmaceutical operations, provides strong career prospects with graduates earning between $66,461 and $75,518 annually.

Programs

$8,463 – $40,665

Net Price Range

$72,515

Avg. Program Earnings

60.9%

Avg. Graduation Rate

12 Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	Purdue University Northwest Hammond, Indiana	$8,463	$8,419	44.0%	72.8%
2	Indiana University-Indianapolis Indianapolis, Indiana	$11,408	$10,449	53.9%	82.9%
3	Purdue University Fort Wayne Fort Wayne, Indiana	$11,513	$9,254	32.5%	80.7%
4	University of Southern Indiana Evansville, Indiana	$12,621	$10,136	52.0%	94.4%
5	Purdue University-Main Campus West Lafayette, Indiana	$13,945	$9,992	83.1%	52.7%
6	University of Evansville Evansville, Indiana	$20,230	$42,676	71.3%	76.3%
7	Indiana Institute of Technology Fort Wayne, Indiana	$21,318	$30,446	31.4%	64.7%
8	Valparaiso University Valparaiso, Indiana	$21,583	$46,588	67.0%	94.2%
9	Anderson University Anderson, Indiana	$22,144	$35,640	49.4%	51.8%
10	Trine University Angola, Indiana	$25,580	$35,600	67.6%	91.9%
11	University of Notre Dame Notre Dame, Indiana	$27,823	$62,693	96.8%	12.9%
12	Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology Terre Haute, Indiana	$40,665	$56,674	81.7%	73.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the massive cost difference between public and private engineering programs in Indiana?

Public universities like Purdue Northwest charge $8,463 while private institutions like Rose-Hulman cost $40,665, reflecting state funding subsidies. However, Notre Dame achieves a 96.8% graduation rate compared to 44% at the cheapest option, suggesting quality trade-offs may justify higher costs for some students.

How do Indiana engineering salaries compare to program costs?

Graduates earn $66,461 to $75,518 annually, with Notre Dame leading at $75,518 despite charging $27,823 in net costs. Even students from the most affordable program at Purdue Northwest earn $72,796, providing strong return on investment across all price points.

Does attending Purdue's main campus justify the higher cost over regional campuses?

Purdue West Lafayette charges $13,945 compared to $8,463 at Purdue Northwest but delivers an 83.1% graduation rate versus 44%. The main campus also offers better debt outcomes at $17,750 compared to $25,147 at the regional location.

Where do Indiana's electrical engineering graduates typically find employment?

The state's manufacturing base provides strong opportunities at companies like Cummins, Eli Lilly, and Indiana University Health. With graduates earning up to $75,518 annually, the combination of low educational costs and solid regional employment creates favorable career prospects.

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