Civil Engineering at Syracuse University
If you are interested in studying Civil Engineering, take a look at what Syracuse University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Syracuse University is in Syracuse, NY.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 53 civil engineering degrees were awarded at Syracuse University.
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Studying Online at Syracuse University
Distance learning is available at Syracuse University. Of 22,589 students, 2,298 (10%) studied exclusively online and 2,396 (11%) took at least some classes online.
Civil Engineering Rankings at Syracuse University
These rankings give you a sense of how Syracuse University’s Civil Engineering program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #7 of 14 |
| Best Value | New York | #14 of 14 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #19 of 40 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #39 of 40 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #71 of 254 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #249 of 254 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #7 of 14 |
| Best Value | New York | #14 of 14 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #19 of 40 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #39 of 40 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #71 of 254 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #249 of 254 |
Earnings for Civil Engineering Graduates from Syracuse University
Those who finish Syracuse University’s Civil Engineering program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $60,439 |
| 2 years | $66,653 |
| 3 years | $79,132 |
| 4 years | $84,685 |
| 5 years | $97,093 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Civil Engineering graduates from Syracuse University earn a median of $84,685, compared with $69,552 for all Syracuse University graduates — about 22% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Civil Engineering graduates from Syracuse University comes in at $27,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of Civil Engineering graduates at Syracuse University, by degree type.
Program-wide, Civil Engineering graduates at Syracuse University are 30% women (16) and 70% men (37).
Civil Engineering Bachelor’s Program at Syracuse University
Of the 34 bachelor’s civil engineering graduates at Syracuse University, 32% were women (11) and 68% were men (23).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Civil Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at Syracuse University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 28 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 3 |
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 12% of Civil Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at Syracuse University, below the national average of 38%.*
Civil Engineering Master’s Program at Syracuse University
Among the 14 master’s civil engineering degrees awarded at Syracuse University, 14% were women (2) and 86% were men (12).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Civil Engineering master’s degree recipients at Syracuse University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 6 |
| International (Nonresident) | 8 |
Civil Engineering Doctoral Program at Syracuse University
Among the 5 doctoral civil engineering degrees awarded at Syracuse University, 60% were women (3) and 40% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Civil Engineering doctoral degree recipients at Syracuse University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 4 |
*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 Syracuse University
This Civil Engineering program at Syracuse University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Civil Engineering | 53 |
Top-Paying Careers for Civil Engineering Graduates
Those who complete Civil Engineering program at Syracuse University pursue many career paths. Below are the best-paid careers for Civil Engineering majors, 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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