Engineering at California State University-Fresno
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California State University-Fresno sits in Fresno, CA.
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Studying Online at California State University-Fresno
Distance learning is available at California State University-Fresno. Among 24,427 students, 855 (4%) studied exclusively online and 13,004 (53%) took at least some classes online.
Engineering Rankings at California State University-Fresno
Use these rankings to compare California State University-Fresno’s Engineering program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #25 of 109 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #28 of 110 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #47 of 679 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #134 of 681 |
Earnings for Engineering Graduates from California State University-Fresno
Students who complete California State University-Fresno’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 | $61,098 |
| 2 years | $61,515 |
| 3 years | $73,807 |
| 4 years | $84,181 |
| 5 years | $99,652 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Engineering graduates from California State University-Fresno earn a median of $84,181, compared with $61,604 for all California State University-Fresno graduates — about 37% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Engineering graduates from California State University-Fresno is $22,290.
Highest-Paying Careers for Engineering Graduates
Graduates of the Engineering program at California State University-Fresno pursue many career paths. Here are the highest-paying 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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