Petroleum Engineering at Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College
What traits are you looking for in a school for Petroleum Engineering, consider the program at Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College sits in Baton Rouge, LA.
During the most recent reporting year, 32 petroleum engineering graduations were recorded at Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College.
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Online Class Availability at Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College
Distance learning is available at Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College. Of 41,705 students, 5,129 (12%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 17,009 (41%) took at least some classes online.
Petroleum Engineering Rankings at Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College
Use these rankings to compare Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College’s Petroleum Engineering program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Louisiana | #1 of 2 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #1 of 3 |
| Best Value | Louisiana | #2 of 2 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #3 of 3 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #10 of 17 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #12 of 17 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Louisiana | #1 of 2 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #1 of 3 |
| Best Value | Louisiana | #2 of 2 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #3 of 3 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #10 of 17 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #12 of 17 |
Earnings for Petroleum Engineering Graduates from Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College
Students who complete Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College’s Petroleum Engineering program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $75,560 |
| 2 years | $60,099 |
| 3 years | $80,274 |
| 4 years | $90,741 |
| 5 years | $93,513 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, Petroleum Engineering graduates from Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College earn a median of $90,741, compared with $58,324 for all Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College graduates — about 56% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Petroleum Engineering graduates from Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College stands at $25,750.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of Petroleum Engineering graduates at Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, Petroleum Engineering graduates at Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College are 12% women (4) and 88% men (28).
Petroleum Engineering Bachelor’s Program at Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College
Among the 27 bachelor’s petroleum engineering degrees awarded at Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College, 15% were women (4) and 85% were men (23).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Petroleum Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 17 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 5 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
Minority students account for 26% of Petroleum Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College, lower than the national average of 32%.*
Petroleum Engineering Master’s Program at Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College
Of the 2 master’s petroleum engineering degrees awarded at Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College, 0% were women (0) and 100% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Petroleum Engineering master’s degree recipients at Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 50% of Petroleum Engineering master’s degree recipients at Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College, higher than the national average of 14%.*
Petroleum Engineering Doctoral Program at Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College
Among the 3 doctoral petroleum engineering degrees awarded at Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College, 0% were women (0) and 100% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Petroleum Engineering doctoral degree recipients at Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
Minority students account for 33% of Petroleum Engineering doctoral degree recipients at Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College, above the national average of 5%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Petroleum Engineering Concentrations at Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College
This Petroleum Engineering program at Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Petroleum Engineering | 32 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Petroleum Engineering Graduates
Students who finish Petroleum Engineering program at Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College pursue many career paths. Here are the best-paid careers for Petroleum Engineering graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Petroleum Engineers | $137,336 |
| Architectural and Engineering Managers | $101,277 |
| Biofuels/Biodiesel Technology and Product Development Managers | $89,263 |
| Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary | $79,889 |
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.