Engineering at Arkansas State University
If you are interested in studying Engineering, consider the program at Arkansas State University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Arkansas State University is in Jonesboro, AR.
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Online Class Availability at Arkansas State University
Many students take online classes at Arkansas State University. Of 15,726 students, 7,752 (49%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 3,350 (21%) took at least some classes online.
Engineering Rankings at Arkansas State University
These rankings give you a sense of how Arkansas State University’s Engineering program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Arkansas | #4 of 8 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Arkansas | #6 of 8 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #67 of 136 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #106 of 136 |
Earnings for Engineering Graduates from Arkansas State University
Students who complete Arkansas State University’s Engineering program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $58,180 |
| 2 years | $57,166 |
| 3 years | $60,792 |
| 4 years | $66,819 |
| 5 years | $73,902 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Engineering graduates from Arkansas State University take home a median $66,819, compared with $50,276 for all Arkansas State University graduates — about 33% higher than the school-wide median.
Top-Paying Careers for Engineering Graduates
Those who complete Engineering program at Arkansas State University work across a variety of fields. Here are the best-paid careers for Engineering majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Database Architects | $148,480 |
| Mining and Geological Engineers, Including Mining Safety Engineers | $138,303 |
| Petroleum Engineers | $137,336 |
| Engineers, All Other | $136,628 |
| Chemical Engineers | $130,903 |
| Human Factors Engineers and Ergonomists | $128,495 |
| Electrical Engineers | $127,814 |
| Fire-Prevention and Protection Engineers | $122,967 |
| Industrial Engineers | $120,863 |
| Transportation Engineers | $120,210 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
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