Engineering at Arkansas Tech University
If you are interested in studying Engineering, take a look at what Arkansas Tech University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Arkansas Tech University is in Russellville, AR.
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Online & Distance Learning at Arkansas Tech University
Distance learning is available at Arkansas Tech University. Among 8,746 students, 2,239 (26%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 2,821 (32%) took at least some classes online.
Engineering Rankings at Arkansas Tech University
These rankings give you a sense of how Arkansas Tech University’s Engineering program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Arkansas | #2 of 8 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Arkansas | #7 of 8 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #63 of 136 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #111 of 136 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #295 of 679 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #593 of 681 |
Earnings for Engineering Graduates from Arkansas Tech University
Those who finish Arkansas Tech University’s Engineering program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $61,443 |
| 2 years | $52,441 |
| 3 years | $62,479 |
| 4 years | $74,588 |
| 5 years | $83,533 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Engineering graduates from Arkansas Tech University take home a median $74,588, compared with $39,613 for all Arkansas Tech University graduates — about 88% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Engineering graduates from Arkansas Tech University stands at $20,035.
Best-Paid Careers for Engineering Graduates
Students who finish Engineering program at Arkansas Tech University work across a variety of fields. Below are the top-paying careers for Engineering graduates, 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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