Industrial Engineering at Northern Illinois University
If you plan to study Industrial Engineering, take a look at what Northern Illinois University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Northern Illinois University is located in Dekalb, IL.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 66 industrial engineering degrees were awarded at Northern Illinois University.
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Studying Online at Northern Illinois University
Many students take online classes at Northern Illinois University. Among 15,414 students, 2,197 (14%) studied exclusively online and 7,937 (51%) took at least some classes online.
Industrial Engineering Rankings at Northern Illinois University
Rankings can help you compare Northern Illinois University’s Industrial Engineering program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Illinois | #2 of 6 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #5 of 6 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #5 of 23 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #13 of 23 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #19 of 102 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #65 of 102 |
Earnings for Industrial Engineering Graduates from Northern Illinois University
Those who finish Northern Illinois University’s Industrial Engineering program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $58,020 |
| 2 years | $62,409 |
| 3 years | $68,055 |
| 4 years | $76,872 |
| 5 years | $88,954 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Industrial Engineering graduates from Northern Illinois University report median earnings of $76,872, compared with $63,103 for all Northern Illinois University graduates — about 22% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Industrial Engineering graduates from Northern Illinois University is $23,750.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the student demographics for Industrial Engineering graduates at Northern Illinois University, by degree type.
Program-wide, Industrial Engineering graduates at Northern Illinois University are 15% women (10) and 85% men (56).
Industrial Engineering Bachelor’s Program at Northern Illinois University
Of the 19 bachelor’s industrial engineering degrees awarded at Northern Illinois University, 32% were women (6) and 68% were men (13).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Industrial Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at Northern Illinois University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 9 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
Minority students account for 42% of Industrial Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at Northern Illinois University, higher than the national average of 36%.*
Industrial Engineering Master’s Program at Northern Illinois University
Of the 47 master’s industrial engineering degrees awarded at Northern Illinois University, 9% were women (4) and 91% were men (43).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Industrial Engineering master’s degree recipients at Northern Illinois University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 43 |
Minority students account for 2% of Industrial Engineering master’s degree recipients at Northern Illinois 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 Industrial Engineering Concentrations at Northern Illinois University
This Industrial Engineering program at Northern Illinois University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Industrial Engineering | 66 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Industrial Engineering Graduates
Students who finish Industrial Engineering program at Northern Illinois University go on to a range of careers. Below are the best-paid careers for Industrial Engineering majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Biofuels Production Managers | $164,096 |
| Geothermal Production Managers | $160,381 |
| Biomass Power Plant Managers | $146,025 |
| Human Factors Engineers and Ergonomists | $128,495 |
| Industrial Production Managers | $126,666 |
| Industrial Engineers | $120,863 |
| Quality Control Systems Managers | $108,531 |
| Architectural and Engineering Managers | $101,277 |
| Manufacturing Engineers | $91,427 |
| Hydroelectric Production Managers | $91,208 |
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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