Electrical Engineering at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
If you plan to study Electrical Engineering, take a look at what Southern Illinois University Edwardsville. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is located in Edwardsville, IL.
During the most recent reporting year, 33 electrical engineering graduations were recorded at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville.
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Online Class Availability at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Online coursework is an option at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville. Of 11,893 students, 1,999 (17%) studied exclusively online and 3,314 (28%) took at least some classes online.
Electrical Engineering Rankings at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
These rankings give you a sense of how Southern Illinois University Edwardsville’s Electrical Engineering program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Illinois | #3 of 7 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #5 of 7 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #12 of 46 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #27 of 46 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #96 of 309 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #196 of 310 |
Earnings for Electrical Engineering Graduates from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Those who finish Southern Illinois University Edwardsville’s Electrical Engineering program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $69,868 |
| 2 years | $65,889 |
| 3 years | $74,137 |
| 4 years | $79,325 |
| 5 years | $85,849 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Electrical Engineering graduates from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville take home a median $79,325, compared with $71,140 for all Southern Illinois University Edwardsville graduates — about 12% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Electrical Engineering graduates from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville stands at $25,113.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the student demographics for Electrical Engineering graduates at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Electrical Engineering graduates at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville are 15% women (5) and 85% men (28).
Electrical Engineering Bachelor’s Program at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Of the 33 bachelor’s electrical engineering graduates at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, 15% were women (5) and 85% were men (28).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Electrical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 25 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 18% of Electrical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, below the national average of 42%.*
*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 Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
This Electrical Engineering program at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Electrical Engineering | 33 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Electrical Engineering Graduates
Students who finish Electrical Engineering program at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the best-paid 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
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