Engineering at University of Maine
If you are interested in studying Engineering, consider the program at University of Maine. Get started with the following essential facts.
University of Maine is in Orono, ME.
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Studying Online at University of Maine
Online coursework is an option at University of Maine. Of 12,029 students, 2,466 (21%) studied exclusively online and 4,263 (35%) took at least some classes online.
Engineering Rankings at University of Maine
Use these rankings to compare University of Maine’s Engineering program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Maine | #2 of 4 |
| Best Value | Maine | #2 of 4 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #17 of 46 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #43 of 46 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #430 of 679 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #564 of 681 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Maine | #2 of 4 |
| Best Value | Maine | #2 of 4 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #17 of 46 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #43 of 46 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #430 of 679 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #564 of 681 |
Earnings for Engineering Graduates from University of Maine
Graduates of University of Maine’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 | $62,152 |
| 2 years | $61,438 |
| 3 years | $70,919 |
| 4 years | $75,276 |
| 5 years | $84,396 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Engineering graduates from University of Maine take home a median $75,276, compared with $53,600 for all University of Maine graduates — about 40% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Engineering graduates from University of Maine stands at $24,259.
Highest-Paying Careers for Engineering Graduates
Graduates of the Engineering program at University of Maine go on to a range of careers. Below are the highest-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
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