Engineering at Stony Brook University
If you are interested in studying Engineering, you may want to check out the program at Stony Brook University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Stony Brook University is in Stony Brook, NY.
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Online Class Availability at Stony Brook University
Online coursework is an option at Stony Brook University. Of 26,689 students, 1,783 (7%) studied exclusively online and 11,369 (43%) took at least some classes online.
Engineering Rankings at Stony Brook University
Use these rankings to compare Stony Brook University’s Engineering program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #14 of 48 |
| Best Value | New York | #22 of 48 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #45 of 127 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #60 of 127 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #191 of 681 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #413 of 679 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #14 of 48 |
| Best Value | New York | #22 of 48 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #45 of 127 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #60 of 127 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #191 of 681 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #413 of 679 |
Earnings for Engineering Graduates from Stony Brook University
Those who finish Stony Brook 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 | $61,866 |
| 2 years | $58,249 |
| 3 years | $73,109 |
| 4 years | $88,257 |
| 5 years | $101,077 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Engineering graduates from Stony Brook University report median earnings of $88,257, compared with $69,653 for all Stony Brook University graduates — about 27% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Engineering graduates from Stony Brook University stands at $20,589.
Highest-Paying Careers for Engineering Graduates
Those who complete Engineering program at Stony Brook University pursue many career paths. Here are the best-paid 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.