Systems Engineering at University of Arizona
If you are interested in studying Systems Engineering, you may want to check out the program at University of Arizona. Get started with the following essential facts.
University of Arizona is located in Tucson, AZ.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 70 systems engineering degrees were granted at University of Arizona.
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Studying Online at University of Arizona
Online coursework is an option 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.
Systems Engineering Rankings at University of Arizona
Rankings can help you compare University of Arizona’s Systems Engineering program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Arizona | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Arizona | #1 of 1 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #4 of 7 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #4 of 7 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #20 of 48 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #40 of 48 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Arizona | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Arizona | #1 of 1 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #4 of 7 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #4 of 7 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #20 of 48 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #40 of 48 |
Earnings for Systems Engineering Graduates from University of Arizona
Graduates of University of Arizona’s Systems 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 | $75,267 |
| 2 years | $68,047 |
| 3 years | $75,939 |
| 4 years | $86,600 |
| 5 years | $103,877 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Systems Engineering graduates from University of Arizona take home a median $86,600, compared with $66,225 for all University of Arizona graduates — about 31% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Systems Engineering graduates from University of Arizona comes in at $18,250.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the diversity of Systems Engineering graduates at University of Arizona, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Systems Engineering graduates at University of Arizona are 27% women (19) and 73% men (51).
Systems Engineering Bachelor’s Program at University of Arizona
Among the 40 bachelor’s systems engineering graduates at University of Arizona, 30% were women (12) and 70% were men (28).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Systems Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Arizona.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 15 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 14 |
| Asian | 3 |
| Two or More Races | 5 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 55% of Systems Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Arizona, higher than the national average of 42%.*
Systems Engineering Master’s Program at University of Arizona
Among the 18 master’s systems engineering degrees awarded at University of Arizona, 22% were women (4) and 78% were men (14).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Systems Engineering master’s degree recipients at University of Arizona.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 6 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 4 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Minority students account for 50% of Systems Engineering master’s degree recipients at University of Arizona, higher than the national average of 27%.*
Systems Engineering Doctoral Program at University of Arizona
Of the 10 doctoral systems engineering degrees awarded at University of Arizona, 20% were women (2) and 80% were men (8).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Systems Engineering doctoral degree recipients at University of Arizona.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 6 |
| Unknown | 2 |
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Systems Engineering Concentrations at University of Arizona
The Systems Engineering program at University of Arizona breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Systems Engineering | 70 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Systems Engineering Graduates
Graduates of the Systems Engineering program at University of Arizona pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the best-paid careers for Systems Engineering majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Database Architects | $148,480 |
| Engineers, All Other | $136,628 |
| Human Factors Engineers and Ergonomists | $128,495 |
| Industrial Engineers | $120,863 |
| Data Warehousing Specialists | $117,424 |
| 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 |
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.