Engineering at California State University-Fullerton
What traits are you looking for in a school for Engineering, take a look at what California State University-Fullerton. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
California State University-Fullerton is in Fullerton, CA.
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Online & Distance Learning at California State University-Fullerton
Distance learning is available at California State University-Fullerton. Among 43,662 students, 3,776 (9%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 23,263 (53%) took at least some classes online.
Engineering Rankings at California State University-Fullerton
Rankings can help you compare California State University-Fullerton’s Engineering program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #19 of 109 |
| Best Value | California | #21 of 79 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #21 of 679 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #23 of 79 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #27 of 110 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #129 of 681 |
Earnings for Engineering Graduates from California State University-Fullerton
Graduates of California State University-Fullerton’s Engineering program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $71,242 |
| 2 years | $77,385 |
| 3 years | $78,391 |
| 4 years | $93,099 |
| 5 years | $100,696 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, Engineering graduates from California State University-Fullerton earn a median of $93,099, compared with $67,546 for all California State University-Fullerton graduates — about 38% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Engineering graduates from California State University-Fullerton comes in at $16,536.
Highest-Paying Careers for Engineering Graduates
Graduates of the Engineering program at California State University-Fullerton go on to a range of careers. Here are the best-paid 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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