Electrical Engineering at Lehigh University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Electrical Engineering, consider the program at Lehigh University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Lehigh University is in Bethlehem, PA.
During the most recent reporting year, 35 electrical engineering graduations were recorded at Lehigh University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Lehigh University
Distance learning is available at Lehigh University. Of 7,692 students, 377 (5%) studied exclusively online and 290 (4%) took at least some classes online.
Electrical Engineering Rankings at Lehigh University
These rankings give you a sense of how Lehigh University’s Electrical Engineering program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Pennsylvania | #6 of 20 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #16 of 53 |
| Best Value | Pennsylvania | #17 of 20 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #43 of 53 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #66 of 310 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #280 of 309 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Pennsylvania | #6 of 20 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #16 of 53 |
| Best Value | Pennsylvania | #17 of 20 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #43 of 53 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #66 of 310 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #280 of 309 |
Earnings for Electrical Engineering Graduates from Lehigh University
Students who complete Lehigh University’s Electrical Engineering program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $73,335 |
| 2 years | $78,048 |
| 3 years | $80,396 |
| 4 years | $96,912 |
| 5 years | $99,040 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, Electrical Engineering graduates from Lehigh University take home a median $96,912, compared with $91,059 for all Lehigh University graduates — about 6% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Electrical Engineering graduates from Lehigh University is $22,754.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the student demographics for Electrical Engineering graduates at Lehigh University, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Electrical Engineering graduates at Lehigh University are 14% women (5) and 86% men (30).
Electrical Engineering Bachelor’s Program at Lehigh University
Of the 21 bachelor’s electrical engineering degrees awarded at Lehigh University, 19% were women (4) and 81% were men (17).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Electrical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at Lehigh University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 14 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 14% of Electrical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at Lehigh University, below the national average of 42%.*
Electrical Engineering Master’s Program at Lehigh University
Among the 14 master’s electrical engineering graduates at Lehigh University, 7% were women (1) and 93% were men (13).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Electrical Engineering master’s degree recipients at Lehigh University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 8 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 14% of Electrical Engineering master’s degree recipients at Lehigh University, lower than the national average of 20%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Electrical Engineering Concentrations at Lehigh University
The Electrical Engineering program at Lehigh University breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Electrical Engineering | 35 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Electrical Engineering Graduates
Those who complete Electrical Engineering program at Lehigh University pursue many career paths. Below are the top-paying careers for Electrical Engineering majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Engineers, All Other | $136,628 |
| Electrical Engineers | $127,814 |
| Electronics Engineers, Except Computer | $122,969 |
| Solar Energy Systems Engineers | $116,775 |
| Mechatronics Engineers | $115,569 |
| Microsystems Engineers | $104,558 |
| Architectural and Engineering Managers | $101,277 |
| Wind Energy Engineers | $98,460 |
| Biofuels/Biodiesel Technology and Product Development Managers | $89,263 |
| Photonics Engineers | $84,667 |
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
More about our data sources and methodologies.