Engineering at Iowa State University
If you plan to study Engineering, consider the program at Iowa State University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Iowa State University is in Ames, IA.
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Studying Online at Iowa State University
Distance learning is available at Iowa State University. Among 30,380 students, 972 (3%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 17,472 (58%) took at least some classes online.
Engineering Rankings at Iowa State University
Rankings can help you compare Iowa State University’s Engineering program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Iowa | #1 of 7 |
| Best Value | Iowa | #2 of 7 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #7 of 49 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #25 of 49 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #119 of 681 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #389 of 679 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Iowa | #1 of 7 |
| Best Value | Iowa | #2 of 7 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #7 of 49 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #25 of 49 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #119 of 681 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #389 of 679 |
Earnings for Engineering Graduates from Iowa State University
Students who complete Iowa State 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 | $72,516 |
| 2 years | $69,244 |
| 3 years | $79,837 |
| 4 years | $88,380 |
| 5 years | $95,865 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Engineering graduates from Iowa State University take home a median $88,380, compared with $64,577 for all Iowa State University graduates — about 37% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Engineering graduates from Iowa State University is $23,572.
Highest-Paying Careers for Engineering Graduates
Those who complete Engineering program at Iowa State University go on to a range of careers. Here 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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