Engineering at Marshall University
If you are interested in studying Engineering, consider the program at Marshall University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Marshall University sits in Huntington, WV.
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Online Class Availability at Marshall University
Online coursework is an option at Marshall University. Among 11,958 students, 2,413 (20%) studied exclusively online and 4,563 (38%) took at least some classes online.
Engineering Rankings at Marshall University
These rankings give you a sense of how Marshall University’s Engineering program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #44 of 136 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #128 of 136 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #211 of 679 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #657 of 681 |
Earnings for Engineering Graduates from Marshall University
Those who finish Marshall 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 | $52,929 |
| 2 years | $57,318 |
| 3 years | $63,850 |
| 4 years | $73,482 |
| 5 years | $82,175 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Engineering graduates from Marshall University take home a median $73,482, compared with $62,090 for all Marshall University graduates — about 18% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Engineering graduates from Marshall University stands at $27,000.
Best-Paid Careers for Engineering Graduates
Graduates of the Engineering program at Marshall University work across a variety of fields. Below are the highest-paying 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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