Electrical Engineering at University of Illinois Chicago
If you are interested in studying Electrical Engineering, you may want to check out the program at University of Illinois Chicago. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Illinois Chicago is located in Chicago, IL.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 110 electrical engineering degrees were awarded at University of Illinois Chicago.
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Online Class Availability at University of Illinois Chicago
Online coursework is an option at University of Illinois Chicago. Of 33,906 students, 4,153 (12%) studied exclusively online and 18,836 (56%) took at least some classes online.
Electrical Engineering Rankings at University of Illinois Chicago
Rankings can help you compare University of Illinois Chicago’s Electrical Engineering program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Illinois | #1 of 7 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #3 of 7 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #3 of 46 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #16 of 46 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #51 of 309 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #116 of 310 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Illinois | #1 of 7 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #3 of 7 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #3 of 46 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #16 of 46 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #51 of 309 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #116 of 310 |
Earnings for Electrical Engineering Graduates from University of Illinois Chicago
Students who complete University of Illinois Chicago’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 | $64,975 |
| 2 years | $70,610 |
| 3 years | $78,062 |
| 4 years | $86,262 |
| 5 years | $100,600 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years after graduating, Electrical Engineering graduates from University of Illinois Chicago earn a median of $86,262, compared with $73,881 for all University of Illinois Chicago graduates — about 17% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Electrical Engineering graduates from University of Illinois Chicago stands at $23,500.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the student demographics for Electrical Engineering graduates at University of Illinois Chicago, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Electrical Engineering graduates at University of Illinois Chicago are 25% women (28) and 75% men (82).
Electrical Engineering Bachelor’s Program at University of Illinois Chicago
Among the 73 bachelor’s electrical engineering degrees awarded at University of Illinois Chicago, 22% were women (16) and 78% were men (57).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Electrical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Illinois Chicago.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 30 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 19 |
| Black / African American | 3 |
| Asian | 11 |
| International (Nonresident) | 9 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 45% of Electrical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Illinois Chicago, above the national average of 42%.*
Electrical Engineering Master’s Program at University of Illinois Chicago
Among the 24 master’s electrical engineering graduates at University of Illinois Chicago, 33% were women (8) and 67% were men (16).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Electrical Engineering master’s degree recipients at University of Illinois Chicago.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 18 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 17% of Electrical Engineering master’s degree recipients at University of Illinois Chicago, lower than the national average of 20%.*
Electrical Engineering Doctoral Program at University of Illinois Chicago
Of the 13 doctoral electrical engineering graduates at University of Illinois Chicago, 31% were women (4) and 69% were men (9).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Electrical Engineering doctoral degree recipients at University of Illinois Chicago.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 11 |
Minority students account for 8% of Electrical Engineering doctoral degree recipients at University of Illinois Chicago, lower 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 Illinois Chicago
This Electrical Engineering program at University of Illinois Chicago includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Electrical Engineering | 110 |
Top-Paying Careers for Electrical Engineering Graduates
Those who complete Electrical Engineering program at University of Illinois Chicago go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the top-paying careers for Electrical Engineering majors, 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.
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