Aeronautical Engineering at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
If you are interested in studying Aeronautical Engineering, take a look at what Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is located in Troy, NY.
During the most recent reporting year, 120 aeronautical engineering graduations were recorded at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute.
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Online & Distance Learning at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Many students take online classes at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. Of 7,040 students, 171 (2%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 3 (0%) took at least some classes online.
Aeronautical Engineering Rankings at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Rankings can help you compare Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute’s Aeronautical Engineering program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #2 of 5 |
| Best Value | New York | #4 of 5 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #5 of 9 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #8 of 9 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #35 of 74 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #67 of 74 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #2 of 5 |
| Best Value | New York | #4 of 5 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #5 of 9 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #8 of 9 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #35 of 74 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #67 of 74 |
Earnings for Aeronautical Engineering Graduates from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Graduates of Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute’s Aeronautical Engineering program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $67,387 |
| 2 years | $72,877 |
| 3 years | $77,477 |
| 4 years | $84,061 |
| 5 years | $98,049 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, Aeronautical Engineering graduates from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute report median earnings of $84,061, compared with $100,392 for all Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute graduates — about 16% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Aeronautical Engineering graduates from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute stands at $25,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the diversity of Aeronautical Engineering graduates at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Aeronautical Engineering graduates at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute are 22% women (27) and 78% men (93).
Aeronautical Engineering Bachelor’s Program at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Of the 92 bachelor’s aeronautical engineering graduates at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, 20% were women (18) and 80% were men (74).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Aeronautical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 45 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 17 |
| Black / African American | 4 |
| Asian | 13 |
| Two or More Races | 6 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
| Unknown | 4 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 43% of Aeronautical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, higher than the national average of 34%.*
Aeronautical Engineering Master’s Program at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Among the 22 master’s aeronautical engineering graduates at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, 32% were women (7) and 68% were men (15).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Aeronautical Engineering master’s degree recipients at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 13 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 4 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 36% of Aeronautical Engineering master’s degree recipients at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, higher than the national average of 28%.*
Aeronautical Engineering Doctoral Program at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Of the 6 doctoral aeronautical engineering degrees awarded at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, 33% were women (2) and 67% were men (4).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Aeronautical Engineering doctoral degree recipients at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Aeronautical Engineering Concentrations at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
This Aeronautical Engineering program at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Aeronautical Engineering | 120 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Aeronautical Engineering Graduates
Graduates of the Aeronautical Engineering program at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the top-paying careers for Aeronautical Engineering graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Architectural and Engineering Managers | $101,277 |
| Biofuels/Biodiesel Technology and Product Development Managers | $89,263 |
| Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary | $79,889 |
| Aerospace Engineering and Operations Technologists and Technicians | $77,835 |
| Aerospace Engineers | $63,328 |
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.