Engineering at University of Alabama in Huntsville
If you are interested in studying Engineering, take a look at what University of Alabama in Huntsville. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Alabama in Huntsville is in Huntsville, AL.
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Studying Online at University of Alabama in Huntsville
Distance learning is available at University of Alabama in Huntsville. Among 8,564 students, 924 (11%) studied exclusively online and 4,322 (50%) took at least some classes online.
Engineering Rankings at University of Alabama in Huntsville
Use these rankings to compare University of Alabama in Huntsville’s Engineering program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Alabama | #4 of 8 |
| Best Value | Alabama | #5 of 8 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #40 of 136 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #95 of 136 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #260 of 681 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #451 of 679 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Alabama | #4 of 8 |
| Best Value | Alabama | #5 of 8 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #40 of 136 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #95 of 136 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #260 of 681 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #451 of 679 |
Earnings for Engineering Graduates from University of Alabama in Huntsville
Those who finish University of Alabama in Huntsville’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 | $67,167 |
| 2 years | $61,265 |
| 3 years | $70,152 |
| 4 years | $79,503 |
| 5 years | $90,490 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Engineering graduates from University of Alabama in Huntsville report median earnings of $79,503, compared with $73,781 for all University of Alabama in Huntsville graduates — about 8% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Engineering graduates from University of Alabama in Huntsville stands at $25,664.
Highest-Paying Careers for Engineering Graduates
Those who complete Engineering program at University of Alabama in Huntsville go on to a range of careers. 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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