Engineering at University of Massachusetts-Amherst
What traits are you looking for in a school for Engineering, consider the program at University of Massachusetts-Amherst. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Massachusetts-Amherst is in Amherst, MA.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Massachusetts-Amherst
Many students take online classes at University of Massachusetts-Amherst. Of 31,726 students, 3,511 (11%) studied exclusively online and 2,793 (9%) took at least some classes online.
Engineering Rankings at University of Massachusetts-Amherst
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Massachusetts-Amherst’s Engineering program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #7 of 23 |
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #13 of 23 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #14 of 46 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #23 of 46 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #139 of 681 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #526 of 679 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #7 of 23 |
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #13 of 23 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #14 of 46 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #23 of 46 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #139 of 681 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #526 of 679 |
Earnings for Engineering Graduates from University of Massachusetts-Amherst
Graduates of University of Massachusetts-Amherst’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 | $70,600 |
| 2 years | $66,229 |
| 3 years | $76,374 |
| 4 years | $89,932 |
| 5 years | $96,628 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, Engineering graduates from University of Massachusetts-Amherst report median earnings of $89,932, compared with $73,687 for all University of Massachusetts-Amherst graduates — about 22% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Engineering graduates from University of Massachusetts-Amherst is $27,000.
Best-Paid Careers for Engineering Graduates
Graduates of the Engineering program at University of Massachusetts-Amherst pursue many career paths. Here 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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