Electrical Engineering at University of Arizona
If you plan to study Electrical Engineering, consider the program at University of Arizona. Get started with the following essential facts.
University of Arizona sits in Tucson, AZ.
During the most recent reporting year, 170 electrical engineering graduations were recorded at University of Arizona.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Arizona
Online coursework is an option at University of Arizona. Among 56,365 students, 12,481 (22%) studied exclusively online and 23,089 (41%) took at least some classes online.
Electrical Engineering Rankings at University of Arizona
Rankings can help you compare University of Arizona’s Electrical Engineering program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Arizona | #1 of 6 |
| Best Value | Arizona | #4 of 5 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #5 of 39 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #21 of 38 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #65 of 310 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #110 of 309 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Arizona | #1 of 6 |
| Best Value | Arizona | #4 of 5 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #5 of 39 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #21 of 38 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #65 of 310 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #110 of 309 |
Earnings for Electrical Engineering Graduates from University of Arizona
Students who complete University of Arizona’s Electrical Engineering program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $84,126 |
| 2 years | $77,056 |
| 3 years | $89,702 |
| 4 years | $97,617 |
| 5 years | $109,188 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Electrical Engineering graduates from University of Arizona report median earnings of $97,617, compared with $66,225 for all University of Arizona graduates — about 47% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Electrical Engineering graduates from University of Arizona stands at $21,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the diversity of Electrical Engineering graduates at University of Arizona, by degree type.
Program-wide, Electrical Engineering graduates at University of Arizona are 18% women (31) and 82% men (139).
Electrical Engineering Bachelor’s Program at University of Arizona
Of the 93 bachelor’s electrical engineering degrees awarded at University of Arizona, 18% were women (17) and 82% were men (76).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Electrical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Arizona.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 40 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 24 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 4 |
| Two or More Races | 5 |
| International (Nonresident) | 17 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 38% of Electrical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Arizona, lower than the national average of 42%.*
Electrical Engineering Master’s Program at University of Arizona
Among the 64 master’s electrical engineering graduates at University of Arizona, 22% were women (14) and 78% were men (50).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Electrical Engineering master’s degree recipients at University of Arizona.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 31 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 14 |
| Asian | 6 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 9 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Minority students account for 34% of Electrical Engineering master’s degree recipients at University of Arizona, above the national average of 20%.*
Electrical Engineering Doctoral Program at University of Arizona
Of the 13 doctoral electrical engineering graduates at University of Arizona, 0% were women (0) and 100% were men (13).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Electrical Engineering doctoral degree recipients at University of Arizona.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 9 |
Minority students account for 15% of Electrical Engineering doctoral degree recipients at University of Arizona, higher than the national average of 11%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Electrical Engineering Concentrations at University of Arizona
The Electrical Engineering program at University of Arizona offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Other Electrical Engineering | 170 |
Top-Paying Careers for Electrical Engineering Graduates
Those who complete Electrical Engineering program at University of Arizona pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the best-paid careers for Electrical Engineering majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Engineers, All Other | $136,628 |
| Electrical Engineers | $127,814 |
| Electronics Engineers, Except Computer | $122,969 |
| Solar Energy Systems Engineers | $116,775 |
| Mechatronics Engineers | $115,569 |
| Microsystems Engineers | $104,558 |
| Architectural and Engineering Managers | $101,277 |
| Wind Energy Engineers | $98,460 |
| Biofuels/Biodiesel Technology and Product Development Managers | $89,263 |
| Photonics Engineers | $84,667 |
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
More about our data sources and methodologies.