The finding comes from a recent Business Insider analysis of federal College Scorecard data, which examined median annual earnings for former students who received federal financial aid. According to the analysis, Kettering graduates report median annual earnings of $100,000 four years after graduation, the highest figure among public and private nonprofit colleges and universities in Michigan.
The ranking places Kettering ahead of every other eligible institution in the state and adds to a growing body of evidence demonstrating the long-term value of a Kettering education.
The Business Insider analysis is based on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard database, which reports median earnings for former federal-aid recipients four years after graduation.
Together, the two analyses suggest that Kettering graduates experience strong financial outcomes both early in their careers and over the long term.
Kettering's undergraduate model combines rigorous classroom instruction with paid cooperative education experiences. Students earn income throughout their education, helping offset tuition and other expenses while building valuable professional experience.
By alternating academic and work terms, students graduate with established industry connections and practical skills sought by employers. Equipped with years of relevant experience before earning their degrees, many Kettering graduates are positioned to take on greater responsibility and achieve stronger earning potential from the start of their careers.
As prospective students and families increasingly consider career outcomes alongside the cost of higher education, these national analyses provide additional insight into the long-term value of a Kettering education. For both recent graduates beginning their careers and alumni with decades of workforce experience, the data point to consistently strong economic outcomes.
