“AI is the fastest-growing concentration in the Computer Science major and continues to generate considerable excitement with the students and with our Co-op employers.”
Kettering University Achieves Top 10 Ranking for AI Career Employability
Kettering University proudly announces its impressive ranking as No. 8 on Vention’s list of Best Institutions in the United States for Employability in Artificial Intelligence (AI). Vention, a leading software development company, studied the latest graduate employment data from the U.S. Department of Education and considered factors such as job placement rates, median salaries, and career growth potential, among others, to determine the rankings.
The study evaluated 1,790 degree programs related to Computer Science, focusing on students’ employment status one year and four years after graduation. Kettering University's Computer Science program emerged as a top performer, with graduates achieving a median salary of $91,590 four years after graduation.
“It is very exciting that we were ranked in the top 10 for the best-paying AI-related degrees,” said Dr. Michael Farmer, Kettering University’s Computer Science Department Head. “This demonstrates strong performance that we believe will even be stronger in the future since this evaluation period covers the last four years — and our concentration in AI is only two years old! It is the fastest-growing concentration in the Computer Science major and continues to generate considerable excitement with the students and with our Co-op employers.”
Kettering's unique Co-op program is the only one of its kind in Vention’s top 10. By applying hands-on academics to paid, professional Co-op experiences, Kettering students gain 2.5 years of on-the-job experience upon graduation. This rigorous blend of education and employment equips students with the skills to find creative, practical solutions that can impact the most competitive industries, including AI. Kettering graduates enter the job market beyond entry-level positions, commanding the highest starting salaries in Michigan, as evidenced by a multi-year standing at the top of SmartAsset’s list.
The Vention study highlighted that AI-related bachelor’s degrees with 100% employability lead to 56% higher salaries four years after graduation than other fields of study. This ranking makes Kettering University's program a standout choice for students aspiring to a lucrative and stable career in AI.
"We were utterly astonished to discover so many universities, whether public or private, across so many different states, that produce clearly outstanding graduates,” said Mark Karasu, Chief Marketing Officer at Vention. “Our study aims to help AI enthusiasts make more informed choices when submitting their college applications."
Kettering University's dedication to excellence in education ensures that its graduates are highly employable and positioned to become leaders in artificial intelligence. Kettering’s unique approach to AI education, which combines rigorous academics with real-world work experience through the Co-op program, sets the University apart and equips students with the skills and knowledge they need to excel in the AI industry.
For more information about Kettering University and its Computer Science program, visit https://www.kettering.edu.