Engineering at University of Arizona
What traits are you looking for in a school for Engineering, take a look at what University of Arizona. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Arizona is located in Tucson, AZ.
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Online Class Availability at University of Arizona
Many students take online classes at University of Arizona. Among 56,365 students, 12,481 (22%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 23,089 (41%) took at least some classes online.
Engineering Rankings at University of Arizona
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Arizona’s Engineering program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Arizona | #3 of 12 |
| Best Value | Arizona | #9 of 11 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #13 of 75 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #44 of 74 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #176 of 681 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #343 of 679 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Arizona | #3 of 12 |
| Best Value | Arizona | #9 of 11 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #13 of 75 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #44 of 74 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #176 of 681 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #343 of 679 |
Earnings for Engineering Graduates from University of Arizona
Those who finish University of Arizona’s Engineering program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $70,175 |
| 2 years | $67,336 |
| 3 years | $78,157 |
| 4 years | $89,216 |
| 5 years | $100,472 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Engineering graduates from University of Arizona earn a median of $89,216, compared with $66,225 for all University of Arizona graduates — about 35% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Engineering graduates from University of Arizona stands at $20,068.
Top-Paying Careers for Engineering Graduates
Those who complete Engineering program at University of Arizona work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks 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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