Engineering at Clarkson University
If you plan to study Engineering, you may want to check out the program at Clarkson University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Clarkson University is located in Potsdam, NY.
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Studying Online at Clarkson University
Many students take online classes at Clarkson University. Of 3,348 students, 317 (9%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 470 (14%) took at least some classes online.
Engineering Rankings at Clarkson University
Use these rankings to compare Clarkson University’s Engineering program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #23 of 48 |
| Best Value | New York | #40 of 48 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #72 of 127 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #109 of 127 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #320 of 681 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #622 of 679 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #23 of 48 |
| Best Value | New York | #40 of 48 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #72 of 127 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #109 of 127 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #320 of 681 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #622 of 679 |
Earnings for Engineering Graduates from Clarkson University
Students who complete Clarkson University’s Engineering program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $69,301 |
| 2 years | $69,910 |
| 3 years | $75,100 |
| 4 years | $83,776 |
| 5 years | $91,939 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Engineering graduates from Clarkson University take home a median $83,776, compared with $83,787 for all Clarkson University graduates — about 0% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Engineering graduates from Clarkson University comes in at $26,989.
Highest-Paying Careers for Engineering Graduates
Those who complete Engineering program at Clarkson 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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