Engineering at Syracuse University
If you plan to study Engineering, you may want to check out the program at Syracuse University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Syracuse University is in Syracuse, NY.
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Online Class Availability at Syracuse University
Many students take online classes at Syracuse University. Among 22,589 students, 2,298 (10%) studied exclusively online and 2,396 (11%) took at least some classes online.
Engineering Rankings at Syracuse University
These rankings give you a sense of how Syracuse University’s Engineering program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #17 of 48 |
| Best Value | New York | #47 of 48 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #53 of 127 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #124 of 127 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #218 of 681 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #666 of 679 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #17 of 48 |
| Best Value | New York | #47 of 48 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #53 of 127 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #124 of 127 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #218 of 681 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #666 of 679 |
Earnings for Engineering Graduates from Syracuse University
Those who finish Syracuse University’s Engineering program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $66,086 |
| 2 years | $65,910 |
| 3 years | $81,073 |
| 4 years | $88,547 |
| 5 years | $98,382 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, Engineering graduates from Syracuse University report median earnings of $88,547, compared with $69,552 for all Syracuse University graduates — about 27% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Engineering graduates from Syracuse University comes in at $27,000.
Highest-Paying Careers for Engineering Graduates
Students who finish Engineering program at Syracuse 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.