Engineering at Harvard University
If you plan to study Engineering, consider the program at Harvard University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Harvard University is located in Cambridge, MA.
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Online Class Availability at Harvard University
Many students take online classes at Harvard University. Among 30,259 students, 7,584 (25%) studied exclusively online and 1,603 (5%) took at least some classes online.
Engineering Rankings at Harvard University
Use these rankings to compare Harvard University’s Engineering program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #6 of 23 |
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #8 of 23 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #10 of 46 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #12 of 46 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #130 of 681 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #356 of 679 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #10 of 46 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #12 of 46 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #130 of 681 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #356 of 679 |
Earnings for Engineering Graduates from Harvard University
Students who complete Harvard University’s Engineering program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $137,302 |
| 2 years | $137,605 |
| 5 years | $86,477 |
Top-Paying Careers for Engineering Graduates
Graduates of the Engineering program at Harvard University go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the best-paid 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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