Engineering at George Mason University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Engineering, consider the program at George Mason University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
George Mason University is in Fairfax, VA.
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Online Class Availability at George Mason University
Online coursework is an option at George Mason University. Of 39,766 students, 7,435 (19%) studied exclusively online and 20,269 (51%) took at least some classes online.
Engineering Rankings at George Mason University
Rankings can help you compare George Mason University’s Engineering program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Virginia | #5 of 23 |
| Best Value | Virginia | #10 of 23 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #23 of 136 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #88 of 136 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #151 of 681 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #399 of 679 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Virginia | #5 of 23 |
| Best Value | Virginia | #10 of 23 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #23 of 136 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #88 of 136 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #151 of 681 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #399 of 679 |
Earnings for Engineering Graduates from George Mason University
Graduates of George Mason 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 | $73,094 |
| 2 years | $74,120 |
| 3 years | $91,457 |
| 4 years | $100,794 |
| 5 years | $114,203 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Engineering graduates from George Mason University report median earnings of $100,794, compared with $79,668 for all George Mason University graduates — about 27% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Engineering graduates from George Mason University is $24,476.
Top-Paying Careers for Engineering Graduates
Students who finish Engineering program at George Mason University pursue many career paths. Below are the top-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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