Engineering Technologies at Jackson State University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Engineering Technologies, you may want to check out the program at Jackson State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Jackson State University sits in Jackson, MS.
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Studying Online at Jackson State University
Online coursework is an option at Jackson State University. Of 6,326 students, 2,221 (35%) studied exclusively online and 3,227 (51%) took at least some classes online.
Engineering Technologies Rankings at Jackson State University
Rankings can help you compare Jackson State University’s Engineering Technologies program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Mississippi | #12 of 13 |
| Best Value | Mississippi | #13 of 13 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #221 of 241 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #222 of 241 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #725 of 852 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #773 of 854 |
Earnings for Engineering Technologies Graduates from Jackson State University
Students who complete Jackson State 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 | $31,531 |
| 2 years | $38,221 |
| 3 years | $32,261 |
| 4 years | $44,103 |
| 5 years | $53,412 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Engineering Technologies graduates from Jackson State University take home a median $44,103, compared with $41,612 for all Jackson State University graduates — about 6% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Engineering Technologies graduates from Jackson State University is $30,242.
Top-Paying Careers for Engineering Technologies Graduates
Students who finish Engineering Technologies program at Jackson State University work across a variety of fields. Below are the top-paying careers for Engineering Technologies graduates, 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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