Engineering at University of California-Merced
If you plan to study Engineering, take a look at what University of California-Merced. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of California-Merced is located in Merced, CA.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of California-Merced
Distance learning is available at University of California-Merced. Among 9,110 students, 2 (0%) studied exclusively online and 960 (11%) took at least some classes online.
Engineering Rankings at University of California-Merced
Rankings can help you compare University of California-Merced’s Engineering program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #48 of 79 |
| Best Value | California | #50 of 79 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #63 of 109 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #64 of 110 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #261 of 679 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #350 of 681 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #48 of 79 |
| Best Value | California | #50 of 79 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #63 of 109 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #64 of 110 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #261 of 679 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #350 of 681 |
Earnings for Engineering Graduates from University of California-Merced
Students who complete University of California-Merced’s Engineering program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $53,323 |
| 2 years | $51,911 |
| 3 years | $65,979 |
| 4 years | $79,492 |
| 5 years | $90,399 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Engineering graduates from University of California-Merced report median earnings of $79,492, compared with $62,823 for all University of California-Merced graduates — about 27% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Engineering graduates from University of California-Merced comes in at $20,121.
Top-Paying Careers for Engineering Graduates
Graduates of the Engineering program at University of California-Merced pursue many career paths. Below are the best-paid 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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