Electrical Engineering at University of Arkansas
If you plan to study Electrical Engineering, consider the program at University of Arkansas. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Arkansas is located in Fayetteville, AR.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 67 electrical engineering degrees were awarded at University of Arkansas.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Arkansas
Many students take online classes at University of Arkansas. Of 33,610 students, 3,371 (10%) studied exclusively online and 8,312 (25%) took at least some classes online.
Electrical Engineering Rankings at University of Arkansas
Rankings can help you compare University of Arkansas’s Electrical Engineering program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Arkansas | #1 of 2 |
| Best Value | Arkansas | #2 of 2 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #19 of 63 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #34 of 63 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #123 of 310 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #159 of 309 |
Earnings for Electrical Engineering Graduates from University of Arkansas
Graduates of University of Arkansas’s Electrical Engineering program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $71,436 |
| 2 years | $68,778 |
| 3 years | $74,432 |
| 4 years | $82,623 |
| 5 years | $92,831 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Electrical Engineering graduates from University of Arkansas take home a median $82,623, compared with $63,458 for all University of Arkansas graduates — about 30% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Electrical Engineering graduates from University of Arkansas stands at $21,240.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the diversity of Electrical Engineering graduates at University of Arkansas, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Electrical Engineering graduates at University of Arkansas are 24% women (16) and 76% men (51).
Electrical Engineering Bachelor’s Program at University of Arkansas
Among the 47 bachelor’s electrical engineering degrees awarded at University of Arkansas, 21% were women (10) and 79% were men (37).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Electrical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Arkansas.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 29 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 6 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 3 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Minority students account for 30% of Electrical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Arkansas, lower than the national average of 42%.*
Electrical Engineering Master’s Program at University of Arkansas
Of the 20 master’s electrical engineering degrees awarded at University of Arkansas, 30% were women (6) and 70% were men (14).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Electrical Engineering master’s degree recipients at University of Arkansas.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 11 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 5 |
Minority students account for 20% of Electrical Engineering master’s degree recipients at University of Arkansas, higher than the national average of 20%.*
*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 Arkansas
The Electrical Engineering program at University of Arkansas includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Electrical Engineering | 67 |
Best-Paid Careers for Electrical Engineering Graduates
Students who finish Electrical Engineering program at University of Arkansas pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the best-paid careers for Electrical Engineering graduates, 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
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