Electrical Engineering at Northwestern University
If you plan to study Electrical Engineering, take a look at what Northwestern University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Northwestern University is located in Evanston, IL.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 66 electrical engineering degrees were awarded at Northwestern University.
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Online Class Availability at Northwestern University
Online coursework is an option at Northwestern University. Among 23,856 students, 781 (3%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,509 (6%) took at least some classes online.
Electrical Engineering Rankings at Northwestern University
These rankings give you a sense of how Northwestern University’s Electrical Engineering program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #1 of 7 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #2 of 46 |
| Best Value | Illinois | #7 of 7 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #10 of 310 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #36 of 46 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #243 of 309 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #1 of 7 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #2 of 46 |
| Best Value | Illinois | #7 of 7 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #10 of 310 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #36 of 46 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #243 of 309 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the student demographics for Electrical Engineering graduates at Northwestern University, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Electrical Engineering graduates at Northwestern University are 20% women (13) and 80% men (53).
Electrical Engineering Bachelor’s Program at Northwestern University
Among the 21 bachelor’s electrical engineering degrees awarded at Northwestern University, 24% were women (5) and 76% were men (16).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Electrical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at Northwestern University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 9 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 3 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 3 |
| Two or More Races | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
Minority students account for 48% of Electrical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at Northwestern University, above the national average of 42%.*
Electrical Engineering Master’s Program at Northwestern University
Among the 32 master’s electrical engineering graduates at Northwestern University, 22% were women (7) and 78% were men (25).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Electrical Engineering master’s degree recipients at Northwestern University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 4 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Asian | 4 |
| International (Nonresident) | 22 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 16% of Electrical Engineering master’s degree recipients at Northwestern University, below the national average of 20%.*
Electrical Engineering Doctoral Program at Northwestern University
Among the 13 doctoral electrical engineering degrees awarded at Northwestern University, 8% were women (1) and 92% were men (12).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Electrical Engineering doctoral degree recipients at Northwestern University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 9 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 15% of Electrical Engineering doctoral degree recipients at Northwestern University, above 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 Northwestern University
This Electrical Engineering program at Northwestern University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Electrical Engineering | 66 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Electrical Engineering Graduates
Those who complete Electrical Engineering program at Northwestern University work across a variety of fields. Here are the best-paid careers for Electrical Engineering graduates, 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
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