Materials Engineering at University of California-Irvine
What traits are you looking for in a school for Materials Engineering, consider the program at 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.
During the most recent reporting year, 44 materials engineering degrees were granted at University of California-Irvine.
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Online Class Availability at University of California-Irvine
Many students take online classes 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.
Materials Engineering Rankings at University of California-Irvine
Rankings can help you compare University of California-Irvine’s Materials Engineering program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #3 of 13 |
| Best Value | California | #4 of 11 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #6 of 59 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #7 of 11 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #8 of 13 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #39 of 60 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #3 of 13 |
| Best Value | California | #4 of 11 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #6 of 59 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #7 of 11 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #8 of 13 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #39 of 60 |
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Materials Engineering graduates from University of California-Irvine is $9,987.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the composition of Materials Engineering graduates at University of California-Irvine, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Materials Engineering graduates at University of California-Irvine are 34% women (15) and 66% men (29).
Materials Engineering Bachelor’s Program at University of California-Irvine
Among the 22 bachelor’s materials engineering graduates at University of California-Irvine, 36% were women (8) and 64% were men (14).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Materials Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at University of California-Irvine.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 3 |
| Asian | 10 |
| Two or More Races | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 4 |
Minority students account for 73% of Materials Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at University of California-Irvine, above the national average of 33%.*
Materials Engineering Master’s Program at University of California-Irvine
Of the 13 master’s materials engineering degrees awarded at University of California-Irvine, 31% were women (4) and 69% were men (9).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Materials Engineering master’s degree recipients at University of California-Irvine.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 6 |
Minority students account for 46% of Materials Engineering master’s degree recipients at University of California-Irvine, higher than the national average of 24%.*
Materials Engineering Doctoral Program at University of California-Irvine
Of the 9 doctoral materials engineering graduates at University of California-Irvine, 33% were women (3) and 67% were men (6).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Materials Engineering doctoral degree recipients at University of California-Irvine.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 44% of Materials Engineering doctoral degree recipients at University of California-Irvine, higher than the national average of 17%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Materials Engineering Concentrations at University of California-Irvine
The Materials Engineering program at University of California-Irvine offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Materials Engineering | 44 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Materials Engineering Graduates
Students who finish Materials Engineering program at University of California-Irvine work across a variety of fields. Below are the best-paid careers for Materials Engineering graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Architectural and Engineering Managers | $101,277 |
| Biofuels/Biodiesel Technology and Product Development Managers | $89,263 |
| Cost Estimators | $80,966 |
| Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary | $79,889 |
| Materials Engineers | $52,129 |
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.