Engineering at University of Central Florida
If you are interested in studying Engineering, take a look at what University of Central Florida. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Central Florida is in Orlando, FL.
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Online Class Availability at University of Central Florida
Online coursework is an option at University of Central Florida. Among 69,713 students, 12,508 (18%) studied exclusively online and 31,060 (45%) took at least some classes online.
Engineering Rankings at University of Central Florida
Use these rankings to compare University of Central Florida’s Engineering program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Florida | #5 of 20 |
| Best Value | Florida | #9 of 20 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #36 of 136 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #45 of 136 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #186 of 679 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #288 of 681 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Florida | #5 of 20 |
| Best Value | Florida | #9 of 20 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #36 of 136 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #45 of 136 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #186 of 679 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #288 of 681 |
Earnings for Engineering Graduates from University of Central Florida
Students who complete University of Central Florida’s Engineering program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $64,674 |
| 2 years | $60,477 |
| 3 years | $69,933 |
| 4 years | $80,505 |
| 5 years | $91,611 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, Engineering graduates from University of Central Florida report median earnings of $80,505, compared with $55,077 for all University of Central Florida graduates — about 46% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Engineering graduates from University of Central Florida stands at $24,575.
Top-Paying Careers for Engineering Graduates
Graduates of the Engineering program at University of Central Florida pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the top-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
More about our data sources and methodologies.