Engineering at University of West Florida
If you plan to study Engineering, consider the program at University of West Florida. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of West Florida sits in Pensacola, FL.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of West Florida
Many students take online classes at University of West Florida. Of 14,822 students, 7,238 (49%) studied exclusively online and 5,222 (35%) took at least some classes online.
Earnings for Engineering Graduates from University of West Florida
Students who complete University of West Florida’s Engineering program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $62,119 |
| 2 years | $61,732 |
| 3 years | $71,579 |
| 4 years | $78,949 |
| 5 years | $92,915 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Engineering graduates from University of West Florida report median earnings of $78,949, compared with $50,198 for all University of West Florida graduates — about 57% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Engineering graduates from University of West Florida comes in at $18,239.
Best-Paid Careers for Engineering Graduates
Graduates of the Engineering program at University of West Florida 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
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