Engineering at University at Buffalo
What traits are you looking for in a school for Engineering, take a look at what University at Buffalo. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University at Buffalo is in Buffalo, NY.
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Online Class Availability at University at Buffalo
Online coursework is an option at University at Buffalo. Among 31,903 students, 2,663 (8%) studied exclusively online and 13,527 (42%) took at least some classes online.
Engineering Rankings at University at Buffalo
Use these rankings to compare University at Buffalo’s Engineering program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #20 of 48 |
| Best Value | New York | #28 of 48 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #64 of 127 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #72 of 127 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #267 of 681 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #464 of 679 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #20 of 48 |
| Best Value | New York | #28 of 48 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #64 of 127 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #72 of 127 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #267 of 681 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #464 of 679 |
Earnings for Engineering Graduates from University at Buffalo
Students who complete University at Buffalo’s Engineering program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $60,225 |
| 2 years | $58,915 |
| 3 years | $69,900 |
| 4 years | $78,937 |
| 5 years | $85,463 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Engineering graduates from University at Buffalo earn a median of $78,937, compared with $66,344 for all University at Buffalo graduates — about 19% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Engineering graduates from University at Buffalo comes in at $23,735.
Best-Paid Careers for Engineering Graduates
Those who complete Engineering program at University at Buffalo go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the best-paid careers for Engineering majors, 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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