Engineering at The University of Texas at Tyler
What traits are you looking for in a school for Engineering, consider the program at The University of Texas at Tyler. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
The University of Texas at Tyler sits in Tyler, TX.
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Online & Distance Learning at The University of Texas at Tyler
Many students take online classes at The University of Texas at Tyler. Among 10,362 students, 2,953 (28%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 4,818 (46%) took at least some classes online.
Engineering Rankings at The University of Texas at Tyler
Rankings can help you compare The University of Texas at Tyler’s Engineering program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Texas | #24 of 49 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #29 of 49 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #39 of 74 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #43 of 75 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #321 of 679 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #451 of 681 |
Earnings for Engineering Graduates from The University of Texas at Tyler
Those who finish The University of Texas at Tyler’s Engineering program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $64,329 |
| 2 years | $63,740 |
| 3 years | $69,952 |
| 4 years | $79,074 |
| 5 years | $86,928 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Engineering graduates from The University of Texas at Tyler report median earnings of $79,074, compared with $66,336 for all The University of Texas at Tyler graduates — about 19% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Engineering graduates from The University of Texas at Tyler stands at $23,356.
Highest-Paying Careers for Engineering Graduates
Graduates of the Engineering program at The University of Texas at Tyler go on to a range of careers. Below 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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