Engineering at Stanford University
If you are interested in studying Engineering, consider the program at Stanford University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Stanford University is in Stanford, CA.
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Studying Online at Stanford University
Distance learning is available at Stanford University. Among 18,625 students, 350 (2%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 854 (5%) took at least some classes online.
Engineering Rankings at Stanford University
Use these rankings to compare Stanford University’s Engineering program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #14 of 79 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #15 of 110 |
| Best Value | California | #45 of 79 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #52 of 681 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #55 of 109 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #178 of 679 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #14 of 79 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #15 of 110 |
| Best Value | California | #45 of 79 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #52 of 681 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #55 of 109 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #178 of 679 |
Earnings for Engineering Graduates from Stanford University
Graduates of Stanford University’s Engineering program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $93,564 |
| 2 years | $97,468 |
| 3 years | $113,076 |
| 4 years | $128,270 |
| 5 years | $164,344 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Engineering graduates from Stanford University report median earnings of $128,270, compared with $153,326 for all Stanford University graduates — about 16% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Engineering graduates from Stanford University comes in at $7,500.
Top-Paying Careers for Engineering Graduates
Graduates of the Engineering program at Stanford University go on to a range of careers. Here 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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