Engineering at Mercer University
If you are interested in studying Engineering, you may want to check out the program at Mercer University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Mercer University is in Macon, GA.
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Online & Distance Learning at Mercer University
Many students take online classes at Mercer University. Of 9,196 students, 2,029 (22%) studied exclusively online and 1,218 (13%) took at least some classes online.
Engineering Rankings at Mercer University
Rankings can help you compare Mercer University’s Engineering program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Georgia | #4 of 7 |
| Best Value | Georgia | #5 of 7 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #39 of 136 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #111 of 136 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #254 of 681 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #512 of 679 |
Earnings for Engineering Graduates from Mercer University
Graduates of Mercer University’s Engineering program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $64,051 |
| 2 years | $54,538 |
| 3 years | $74,555 |
| 4 years | $82,132 |
| 5 years | $93,837 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, Engineering graduates from Mercer University earn a median of $82,132, compared with $71,060 for all Mercer University graduates — about 16% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Engineering graduates from Mercer University stands at $26,000.
Top-Paying Careers for Engineering Graduates
Students who finish Engineering program at Mercer University go on to a range of careers. Here 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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