Engineering at University of Delaware
If you plan to study Engineering, you may want to check out the program at University of Delaware. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Delaware sits in Newark, DE.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Delaware
Distance learning is available at University of Delaware. Among 24,412 students, 1,739 (7%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 9,180 (38%) took at least some classes online.
Engineering Rankings at University of Delaware
Use these rankings to compare University of Delaware’s Engineering program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Delaware | #1 of 2 |
| Best Value | Delaware | #2 of 2 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #37 of 127 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #50 of 127 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #148 of 681 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #359 of 679 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Delaware | #1 of 2 |
| Best Value | Delaware | #2 of 2 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #37 of 127 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #50 of 127 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #148 of 681 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #359 of 679 |
Earnings for Engineering Graduates from University of Delaware
Students who complete University of Delaware’s Engineering program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $70,320 |
| 2 years | $62,637 |
| 3 years | $72,033 |
| 4 years | $82,465 |
| 5 years | $92,122 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Engineering graduates from University of Delaware take home a median $82,465, compared with $69,282 for all University of Delaware graduates — about 19% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Engineering graduates from University of Delaware comes in at $26,173.
Highest-Paying Careers for Engineering Graduates
Students who finish Engineering program at University of Delaware work across a variety of fields. 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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