Engineering at Purdue University Northwest
If you plan to study Engineering, consider the program at Purdue University Northwest. Get started with the following essential facts.
Purdue University Northwest sits in Hammond, IN.
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Online & Distance Learning at Purdue University Northwest
Many students take online classes at Purdue University Northwest. Of 9,051 students, 663 (7%) studied exclusively online and 1,851 (20%) took at least some classes online.
Engineering Rankings at Purdue University Northwest
Rankings can help you compare Purdue University Northwest’s Engineering program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Indiana | #3 of 14 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Indiana | #9 of 14 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #23 of 100 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #82 of 100 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #167 of 679 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #550 of 681 |
Earnings for Engineering Graduates from Purdue University Northwest
Students who complete Purdue University Northwest’s Engineering program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $66,047 |
| 2 years | $63,877 |
| 3 years | $76,777 |
| 4 years | $77,927 |
| 5 years | $89,781 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, Engineering graduates from Purdue University Northwest report median earnings of $77,927, compared with $63,767 for all Purdue University Northwest graduates — about 22% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Engineering graduates from Purdue University Northwest comes in at $26,657.
Highest-Paying Careers for Engineering Graduates
Students who finish Engineering program at Purdue University Northwest go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the best-paid 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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