Civil Engineering at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale
If you are interested in studying Civil Engineering, consider the program at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Southern Illinois University-Carbondale is located in Carbondale, IL.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 24 civil engineering graduations were recorded at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale.
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Studying Online at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale
Online coursework is an option at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale. Of 11,790 students, 2,272 (19%) studied exclusively online and 3,360 (28%) took at least some classes online.
Civil Engineering Rankings at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale
These rankings give you a sense of how Southern Illinois University-Carbondale’s Civil Engineering program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Illinois | #4 of 7 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #6 of 7 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #15 of 37 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #25 of 37 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #105 of 254 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #180 of 254 |
Earnings for Civil Engineering Graduates from Southern Illinois University-Carbondale
Those who finish Southern Illinois University-Carbondale’s Civil Engineering program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $59,465 |
| 2 years | $58,221 |
| 3 years | $62,788 |
| 4 years | $71,341 |
| 5 years | $78,165 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Civil Engineering graduates from Southern Illinois University-Carbondale take home a median $71,341, compared with $58,303 for all Southern Illinois University-Carbondale graduates — about 22% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Civil Engineering graduates from Southern Illinois University-Carbondale comes in at $19,781.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of Civil Engineering graduates at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale, by degree type.
Program-wide, Civil Engineering graduates at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale are 21% women (5) and 79% men (19).
Civil Engineering Bachelor’s Program at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale
Among the 14 bachelor’s civil engineering degrees awarded at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale, 21% were women (3) and 79% were men (11).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Civil Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 10 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Minority students account for 21% of Civil Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale, below the national average of 38%.*
Civil Engineering Master’s Program at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale
Among the 10 master’s civil engineering degrees awarded at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale, 20% were women (2) and 80% were men (8).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Civil Engineering master’s degree recipients at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 9 |
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Civil Engineering Concentrations at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale
This Civil Engineering program at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Civil Engineering | 23 |
| Civil Engineering | 1 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Civil Engineering Graduates
Those who complete Civil Engineering program at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale work across a variety of fields. Below are the top-paying careers for Civil Engineering graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Mining and Geological Engineers, Including Mining Safety Engineers | $138,303 |
| Petroleum Engineers | $137,336 |
| Engineers, All Other | $136,628 |
| Transportation Engineers | $120,210 |
| 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 |
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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