Engineering at University of California-Irvine
What traits are you looking for in a school for Engineering, take a look at what University of California-Irvine. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of California-Irvine is located in Irvine, CA.
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Online Class Availability at University of California-Irvine
Online coursework is an option at University of California-Irvine. Of 37,297 students, 614 (2%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 12,862 (34%) took at least some classes online.
Engineering Rankings at University of California-Irvine
Rankings can help you compare University of California-Irvine’s Engineering program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #13 of 79 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #14 of 110 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #44 of 681 |
| Best Value | California | #47 of 79 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #57 of 109 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #195 of 679 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #13 of 79 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #14 of 110 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #44 of 681 |
| Best Value | California | #47 of 79 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #57 of 109 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #195 of 679 |
Earnings for Engineering Graduates from University of California-Irvine
Students who complete University of California-Irvine’s Engineering program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $61,336 |
| 2 years | $63,083 |
| 3 years | $78,910 |
| 4 years | $92,871 |
| 5 years | $103,974 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Engineering graduates from University of California-Irvine take home a median $92,871, compared with $71,034 for all University of California-Irvine graduates — about 31% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Engineering graduates from University of California-Irvine stands at $17,158.
Top-Paying Careers for Engineering Graduates
Graduates of the Engineering program at University of California-Irvine work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks the highest-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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