Engineering Technologies at Central Washington University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Engineering Technologies, take a look at what Central Washington University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Central Washington University sits in Ellensburg, WA.
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Online & Distance Learning at Central Washington University
Distance learning is available at Central Washington University. Of 10,811 students, 2,377 (22%) studied exclusively online and 3,856 (36%) took at least some classes online.
Engineering Technologies Rankings at Central Washington University
These rankings give you a sense of how Central Washington University’s Engineering Technologies program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Washington | #4 of 18 |
| Best Value | Washington | #15 of 19 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #17 of 120 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #85 of 854 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #94 of 121 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #557 of 852 |
Earnings for Engineering Technologies Graduates from Central Washington University
Students who complete Central Washington University’s Engineering Technologies program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $64,115 |
| 2 years | $63,398 |
| 3 years | $77,015 |
| 4 years | $82,982 |
| 5 years | $93,555 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, Engineering Technologies graduates from Central Washington University earn a median of $82,982, compared with $54,307 for all Central Washington University graduates — about 53% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Engineering Technologies graduates from Central Washington University is $24,106.
Best-Paid Careers for Engineering Technologies Graduates
Those who complete Engineering Technologies program at Central Washington University pursue many career paths. Here are the highest-paying careers for Engineering Technologies majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Engineers, All Other | $136,628 |
| Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians | $134,632 |
| Human Factors Engineers and Ergonomists | $128,495 |
| Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other | $121,642 |
| Computer Programmers | $109,892 |
| Electrical and Electronics Drafters | $109,781 |
| Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians | $108,923 |
| Photonics Technicians | $106,964 |
| Wind Energy Engineers | $98,460 |
| Automotive Engineering Technicians | $89,794 |
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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