Engineering at Northeastern University
If you plan to study Engineering, take a look at what Northeastern University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Northeastern University sits in Boston, MA.
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Studying Online at Northeastern University
Many students take online classes at Northeastern University. Of 32,553 students, 1,730 (5%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 7,507 (23%) took at least some classes online.
Engineering Rankings at Northeastern University
Rankings can help you compare Northeastern University’s Engineering program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #4 of 23 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #7 of 46 |
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #19 of 23 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #35 of 46 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #82 of 681 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #618 of 679 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #4 of 23 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #7 of 46 |
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #19 of 23 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #35 of 46 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #82 of 681 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #618 of 679 |
Earnings for Engineering Graduates from Northeastern University
Students who complete Northeastern University’s 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 | $84,237 |
| 2 years | $85,374 |
| 3 years | $92,497 |
| 4 years | $109,220 |
| 5 years | $107,320 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Engineering graduates from Northeastern University earn a median of $109,220, compared with $102,524 for all Northeastern University graduates — about 7% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Engineering graduates from Northeastern University comes in at $24,999.
Best-Paid Careers for Engineering Graduates
Those who complete Engineering program at Northeastern University go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks 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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