Engineering at McNeese State University
If you plan to study Engineering, consider the program at McNeese State University. Get started with the following essential facts.
McNeese State University is located in Lake Charles, LA.
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Online & Distance Learning at McNeese State University
Many students take online classes at McNeese State University. Of 6,241 students, 1,117 (18%) studied exclusively online and 3,183 (51%) took at least some classes online.
Engineering Rankings at McNeese State University
Use these rankings to compare McNeese State University’s Engineering program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Louisiana | #3 of 8 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Louisiana | #6 of 8 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #50 of 136 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #92 of 136 |
Earnings for Engineering Graduates from McNeese State University
Students who complete McNeese State 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 | $64,056 |
| 2 years | $69,338 |
| 3 years | $76,973 |
| 4 years | $91,074 |
| 5 years | $99,434 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Engineering graduates from McNeese State University take home a median $91,074, compared with $52,177 for all McNeese State University graduates — about 75% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Engineering graduates from McNeese State University comes in at $27,249.
Highest-Paying Careers for Engineering Graduates
Students who finish Engineering program at McNeese State University work across a variety of fields. Below are the best-paid 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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