Electrical Engineering at Northeastern University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Electrical Engineering, consider the program at Northeastern University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Northeastern University sits in Boston, MA.
During the most recent reporting year, 308 electrical engineering degrees were awarded at Northeastern University.
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Studying Online at Northeastern University
Many students take online classes at Northeastern University. Among 32,553 students, 1,730 (5%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 7,507 (23%) took at least some classes online.
Electrical Engineering Rankings at Northeastern University
Use these rankings to compare Northeastern University’s Electrical Engineering program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #3 of 13 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #3 of 21 |
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #10 of 13 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #17 of 21 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #46 of 310 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #275 of 309 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #3 of 13 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #3 of 21 |
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #10 of 13 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #17 of 21 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #46 of 310 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #275 of 309 |
Earnings for Electrical Engineering Graduates from Northeastern University
Students who complete Northeastern University’s Electrical Engineering program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $99,562 |
| 2 years | $90,759 |
| 3 years | $87,184 |
| 4 years | $95,290 |
| 5 years | $103,304 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Electrical Engineering graduates from Northeastern University report median earnings of $95,290, compared with $102,524 for all Northeastern University graduates — about 7% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Electrical Engineering graduates from Northeastern University stands at $24,835.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the diversity of Electrical Engineering graduates at Northeastern University, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Electrical Engineering graduates at Northeastern University are 23% women (71) and 77% men (237).
Electrical Engineering Bachelor’s Program at Northeastern University
Among the 88 bachelor’s electrical engineering degrees awarded at Northeastern University, 25% were women (22) and 75% were men (66).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Electrical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at Northeastern University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 48 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
| Black / African American | 5 |
| Asian | 16 |
| Two or More Races | 7 |
| International (Nonresident) | 8 |
Minority students account for 36% of Electrical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at Northeastern University, below the national average of 42%.*
Electrical Engineering Master’s Program at Northeastern University
Among the 195 master’s electrical engineering graduates at Northeastern University, 22% were women (43) and 78% were men (152).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Electrical Engineering master’s degree recipients at Northeastern University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 30 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
| Black / African American | 3 |
| Asian | 14 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 142 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 12% of Electrical Engineering master’s degree recipients at Northeastern University, below the national average of 20%.*
Electrical Engineering Doctoral Program at Northeastern University
Among the 25 doctoral electrical engineering graduates at Northeastern University, 24% were women (6) and 76% were men (19).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Electrical Engineering doctoral degree recipients at Northeastern University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 6 |
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 18 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 4% of Electrical Engineering doctoral degree recipients at Northeastern University, lower than the national average of 11%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Electrical Engineering Concentrations at Northeastern University
The Electrical Engineering program at Northeastern University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Electrical Engineering | 308 |
Top-Paying Careers for Electrical Engineering Graduates
Those who complete Electrical Engineering program at Northeastern University work across a variety of fields. Here are the best-paid careers for Electrical Engineering majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Engineers, All Other | $136,628 |
| Electrical Engineers | $127,814 |
| Electronics Engineers, Except Computer | $122,969 |
| Solar Energy Systems Engineers | $116,775 |
| Mechatronics Engineers | $115,569 |
| Microsystems Engineers | $104,558 |
| Architectural and Engineering Managers | $101,277 |
| Wind Energy Engineers | $98,460 |
| Biofuels/Biodiesel Technology and Product Development Managers | $89,263 |
| Photonics Engineers | $84,667 |
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.