Engineering at University of Dayton
If you are interested in studying Engineering, take a look at what University of Dayton. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Dayton is in Dayton, OH.
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Online Class Availability at University of Dayton
Online coursework is an option at University of Dayton. Among 10,506 students, 729 (7%) studied exclusively online and 1,896 (18%) took at least some classes online.
Engineering Rankings at University of Dayton
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Dayton’s Engineering program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Ohio | #4 of 23 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #20 of 100 |
| Best Value | Ohio | #22 of 23 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #94 of 100 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #135 of 681 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #611 of 679 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Ohio | #4 of 23 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #20 of 100 |
| Best Value | Ohio | #22 of 23 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #94 of 100 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #135 of 681 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #611 of 679 |
Earnings for Engineering Graduates from University of Dayton
Graduates of University of Dayton’s Engineering program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $70,666 |
| 2 years | $70,261 |
| 3 years | $73,980 |
| 4 years | $83,406 |
| 5 years | $95,422 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, Engineering graduates from University of Dayton take home a median $83,406, compared with $66,617 for all University of Dayton graduates — about 25% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Engineering graduates from University of Dayton stands at $25,293.
Best-Paid Careers for Engineering Graduates
Graduates of the Engineering program at University of Dayton work across a variety of fields. Here are the top-paying careers for Engineering majors, 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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