Electrical Engineering at Princeton University
If you are interested in studying Electrical Engineering, consider the program at Princeton University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Princeton University sits in Princeton, NJ.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 128 electrical engineering graduations were recorded at Princeton University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Princeton University
Princeton University primarily offers on-campus instruction; distance-education enrollment is limited.
Electrical Engineering Rankings at Princeton University
These rankings give you a sense of how Princeton University’s Electrical Engineering program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | New Jersey | #1 of 6 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New Jersey | #2 of 6 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #2 of 53 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #12 of 53 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #14 of 309 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #49 of 310 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | New Jersey | #1 of 6 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New Jersey | #2 of 6 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #2 of 53 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #12 of 53 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #14 of 309 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #49 of 310 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the composition of Electrical Engineering graduates at Princeton University, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, Electrical Engineering graduates at Princeton University are 25% women (32) and 75% men (96).
Electrical Engineering Bachelor’s Program at Princeton University
Of the 47 bachelor’s electrical engineering degrees awarded at Princeton University, 43% were women (20) and 57% were men (27).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Electrical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at Princeton University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 20 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
| Black / African American | 7 |
| Asian | 7 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
| Unknown | 4 |
Minority students account for 43% of Electrical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at Princeton University, above the national average of 42%.*
Electrical Engineering Master’s Program at Princeton University
Among the 53 master’s electrical engineering degrees awarded at Princeton University, 15% were women (8) and 85% were men (45).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Electrical Engineering master’s degree recipients at Princeton University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 8 |
| Two or More Races | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 33 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 30% of Electrical Engineering master’s degree recipients at Princeton University, above the national average of 20%.*
Electrical Engineering Doctoral Program at Princeton University
Among the 28 doctoral electrical engineering degrees awarded at Princeton University, 14% were women (4) and 86% were men (24).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Electrical Engineering doctoral degree recipients at Princeton University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 8 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Asian | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 16 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 11% of Electrical Engineering doctoral degree recipients at Princeton 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 Princeton University
This Electrical Engineering program at Princeton University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Electrical Engineering | 128 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Electrical Engineering Graduates
Students who finish Electrical Engineering program at Princeton University go on to a range of careers. Below are the top-paying 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.