Electrical Engineering at University of Houston
If you are interested in studying Electrical Engineering, consider the program at University of Houston. Get started with the following essential facts.
University of Houston is located in Houston, TX.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 136 electrical engineering degrees were awarded at University of Houston.
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Online Class Availability at University of Houston
Many students take online classes at University of Houston. Of 47,980 students, 5,933 (12%) studied exclusively online and 26,962 (56%) took at least some classes online.
Electrical Engineering Rankings at University of Houston
Rankings can help you compare University of Houston’s Electrical Engineering program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #5 of 26 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #6 of 39 |
| Best Value | Texas | #10 of 26 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #14 of 38 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #66 of 309 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #70 of 310 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #5 of 26 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #6 of 39 |
| Best Value | Texas | #10 of 26 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #14 of 38 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #66 of 309 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #70 of 310 |
Earnings for Electrical Engineering Graduates from University of Houston
Students who complete University of Houston’s Electrical Engineering program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $75,967 |
| 2 years | $74,576 |
| 3 years | $85,834 |
| 4 years | $92,968 |
| 5 years | $107,025 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, Electrical Engineering graduates from University of Houston earn a median of $92,968, compared with $66,496 for all University of Houston graduates — about 40% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Electrical Engineering graduates from University of Houston stands at $25,692.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the composition of Electrical Engineering graduates at University of Houston, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, Electrical Engineering graduates at University of Houston are 25% women (34) and 75% men (102).
Electrical Engineering Bachelor’s Program at University of Houston
Among the 70 bachelor’s electrical engineering degrees awarded at University of Houston, 27% were women (19) and 73% were men (51).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Electrical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Houston.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 12 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 21 |
| Black / African American | 5 |
| Asian | 19 |
| Two or More Races | 5 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
| Unknown | 5 |
Minority students account for 71% of Electrical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Houston, higher than the national average of 42%.*
Electrical Engineering Master’s Program at University of Houston
Among the 40 master’s electrical engineering graduates at University of Houston, 22% were women (9) and 78% were men (31).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Electrical Engineering master’s degree recipients at University of Houston.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Asian | 4 |
| International (Nonresident) | 28 |
| Unknown | 4 |
Minority students account for 15% of Electrical Engineering master’s degree recipients at University of Houston, lower than the national average of 20%.*
Electrical Engineering Doctoral Program at University of Houston
Among the 26 doctoral electrical engineering degrees awarded at University of Houston, 23% were women (6) and 77% were men (20).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Electrical Engineering doctoral degree recipients at University of Houston.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Asian | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 20 |
Minority students account for 15% of Electrical Engineering doctoral degree recipients at University of Houston, higher than the national average of 11%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Electrical Engineering Concentrations at University of Houston
The Electrical Engineering program at University of Houston offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Electrical Engineering | 136 |
Best-Paid Careers for Electrical Engineering Graduates
Graduates of the Electrical Engineering program at University of Houston work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks the top-paying careers for Electrical Engineering graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Engineers, All Other | $136,628 |
| Electrical Engineers | $127,814 |
| Electronics Engineers, Except Computer | $122,969 |
| 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 |
| Biofuels/Biodiesel Technology and Product Development Managers | $89,263 |
| Photonics Engineers | $84,667 |
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.