Systems Engineering at University of California-San Diego
If you are interested in studying Systems Engineering, take a look at what University of California-San Diego. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of California-San Diego is located in La Jolla, CA.
During the most recent reporting year, 31 systems engineering graduations were recorded at University of California-San Diego.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of California-San Diego
Many students take online classes at University of California-San Diego. Among 44,256 students, 236 (1%) studied exclusively online and 7,655 (17%) took at least some classes online.
Systems Engineering Rankings at University of California-San Diego
These rankings give you a sense of how University of California-San Diego’s Systems Engineering program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | California | #2 of 4 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #2 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #3 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #3 of 4 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #4 of 48 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #8 of 48 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | California | #2 of 4 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #2 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #3 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #3 of 4 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #4 of 48 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #8 of 48 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of Systems Engineering graduates at University of California-San Diego, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Systems Engineering graduates at University of California-San Diego are 19% women (6) and 81% men (25).
Systems Engineering Master’s Program at University of California-San Diego
Among the 19 master’s systems engineering degrees awarded at University of California-San Diego, 26% were women (5) and 74% were men (14).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Systems Engineering master’s degree recipients at University of California-San Diego.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
| Asian | 3 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 12 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 21% of Systems Engineering master’s degree recipients at University of California-San Diego, lower than the national average of 27%.*
Systems Engineering Doctoral Program at University of California-San Diego
Of the 12 doctoral systems engineering degrees awarded at University of California-San Diego, 8% were women (1) and 92% were men (11).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Systems Engineering doctoral degree recipients at University of California-San Diego.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 9 |
| Unknown | 1 |
*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 California-San Diego
This Systems Engineering program at University of California-San Diego offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Systems Engineering | 31 |
Best-Paid Careers for Systems Engineering Graduates
Graduates of the Systems Engineering program at University of California-San Diego pursue many career paths. Below are the highest-paying careers for Systems Engineering graduates, 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.