Engineering at Seattle University
If you are interested in studying Engineering, take a look at what Seattle University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Seattle University sits in Seattle, WA.
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Online & Distance Learning at Seattle University
Online coursework is an option at Seattle University. Among 7,189 students, 564 (8%) studied exclusively online and 915 (13%) took at least some classes online.
Engineering Rankings at Seattle University
These rankings give you a sense of how Seattle University’s Engineering program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Washington | #9 of 17 |
| Best Value | Washington | #16 of 17 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #58 of 110 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #103 of 109 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #312 of 681 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #641 of 679 |
Earnings for Engineering Graduates from Seattle University
Those who finish Seattle University’s Engineering program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $66,454 |
| 2 years | $62,803 |
| 3 years | $72,427 |
| 4 years | $82,424 |
| 5 years | $97,960 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Engineering graduates from Seattle University earn a median of $82,424, compared with $82,033 for all Seattle University graduates — about 0% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Engineering graduates from Seattle University is $23,156.
Top-Paying Careers for Engineering Graduates
Students who finish Engineering program at Seattle University go on to a range of careers. Below are the top-paying careers for Engineering graduates, 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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