Engineering at Prairie View A & M University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Engineering, take a look at what Prairie View A & M University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Prairie View A & M University is in Prairie View, TX.
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Studying Online at Prairie View A & M University
Distance learning is available at Prairie View A & M University. Among 9,922 students, 842 (8%) studied exclusively online and 5,280 (53%) took at least some classes online.
Engineering Rankings at Prairie View A & M University
These rankings give you a sense of how Prairie View A & M University’s Engineering program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Texas | #29 of 49 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #48 of 49 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #374 of 679 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #654 of 681 |
Earnings for Engineering Graduates from Prairie View A & M University
Graduates of Prairie View A & M 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 | $71,464 |
| 2 years | $68,590 |
| 3 years | $76,619 |
| 4 years | $87,210 |
| 5 years | $98,709 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Engineering graduates from Prairie View A & M University report median earnings of $87,210, compared with $52,084 for all Prairie View A & M University graduates — about 67% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Engineering graduates from Prairie View A & M University stands at $30,694.
Best-Paid Careers for Engineering Graduates
Those who complete Engineering program at Prairie View A & M 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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