Engineering at University of Akron Main Campus
If you plan to study Engineering, consider the program at University of Akron Main Campus. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Akron Main Campus is in Akron, OH.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Akron Main Campus
Online coursework is an option at University of Akron Main Campus. Among 13,332 students, 1,951 (15%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 5,794 (43%) took at least some classes online.
Engineering Rankings at University of Akron Main Campus
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Akron Main Campus’s Engineering program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Ohio | #5 of 23 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Ohio | #7 of 23 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #43 of 100 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #45 of 100 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #294 of 681 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #336 of 679 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Ohio | #5 of 23 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Ohio | #7 of 23 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #43 of 100 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #45 of 100 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #294 of 681 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #336 of 679 |
Earnings for Engineering Graduates from University of Akron Main Campus
Students who complete University of Akron Main Campus’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 | $64,697 |
| 2 years | $65,252 |
| 3 years | $72,137 |
| 4 years | $76,924 |
| 5 years | $87,004 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Engineering graduates from University of Akron Main Campus report median earnings of $76,924, compared with $55,692 for all University of Akron Main Campus graduates — about 38% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Engineering graduates from University of Akron Main Campus comes in at $24,052.
Highest-Paying Careers for Engineering Graduates
Students who finish Engineering program at University of Akron Main Campus work across a variety of fields. 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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