Electrical Engineering at California State University-Fullerton
If you plan to study Electrical Engineering, take a look at what California State University-Fullerton. Get started with the following essential facts.
California State University-Fullerton is located in Fullerton, CA.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 51 electrical engineering graduations were recorded at California State University-Fullerton.
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Studying Online at California State University-Fullerton
Online coursework is an option at California State University-Fullerton. Among 43,662 students, 3,776 (9%) studied exclusively online and 23,263 (53%) took at least some classes online.
Electrical Engineering Rankings at California State University-Fullerton
Use these rankings to compare California State University-Fullerton’s Electrical Engineering program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | California | #2 of 30 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #2 of 47 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #4 of 309 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #24 of 30 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #30 of 47 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #122 of 310 |
Earnings for Electrical Engineering Graduates from California State University-Fullerton
Graduates of California State University-Fullerton’s Electrical Engineering program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $67,367 |
| 2 years | $68,606 |
| 3 years | $76,685 |
| 4 years | $91,011 |
| 5 years | $98,832 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years after graduating, Electrical Engineering graduates from California State University-Fullerton take home a median $91,011, compared with $67,546 for all California State University-Fullerton graduates — about 35% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Electrical Engineering graduates from California State University-Fullerton stands at $15,054.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the composition of Electrical Engineering graduates at California State University-Fullerton, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Electrical Engineering graduates at California State University-Fullerton are 18% women (9) and 82% men (42).
Electrical Engineering Bachelor’s Program at California State University-Fullerton
Among the 39 bachelor’s electrical engineering degrees awarded at California State University-Fullerton, 15% were women (6) and 85% were men (33).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Electrical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at California State University-Fullerton.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 8 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 20 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 6 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Minority students account for 59% of Electrical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at California State University-Fullerton, above the national average of 42%.*
Electrical Engineering Master’s Program at California State University-Fullerton
Of the 12 master’s electrical engineering graduates at California State University-Fullerton, 25% were women (3) and 75% were men (9).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Electrical Engineering master’s degree recipients at California State University-Fullerton.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Asian | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 6 |
Minority students account for 42% of Electrical Engineering master’s degree recipients at California State University-Fullerton, higher than the national average of 20%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Electrical Engineering Concentrations at California State University-Fullerton
The Electrical Engineering program at California State University-Fullerton offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Electrical Engineering | 51 |
Best-Paid Careers for Electrical Engineering Graduates
Those who complete Electrical Engineering program at California State University-Fullerton go on to a range of careers. Below are the highest-paying careers for Electrical Engineering graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Engineers, All Other | $136,628 |
| Electrical Engineers | $127,814 |
| Electronics Engineers, Except Computer | $122,969 |
| Solar Energy Systems Engineers | $116,775 |
| Mechatronics Engineers | $115,569 |
| Microsystems Engineers | $104,558 |
| Architectural and Engineering Managers | $101,277 |
| Wind Energy Engineers | $98,460 |
| Biofuels/Biodiesel Technology and Product Development Managers | $89,263 |
| Photonics Engineers | $84,667 |
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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