Electrical Engineering at University of Massachusetts-Amherst
If you plan to study Electrical Engineering, you may want to check out the program at University of Massachusetts-Amherst. Get started with the following essential facts.
University of Massachusetts-Amherst is in Amherst, MA.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 134 electrical engineering degrees were awarded at University of Massachusetts-Amherst.
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Studying Online at University of Massachusetts-Amherst
Many students take online classes at University of Massachusetts-Amherst. Of 31,726 students, 3,511 (11%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 2,793 (9%) took at least some classes online.
Electrical Engineering Rankings at University of Massachusetts-Amherst
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Massachusetts-Amherst’s Electrical Engineering program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #6 of 13 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #6 of 21 |
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #6 of 13 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #11 of 21 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #60 of 310 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #235 of 309 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #6 of 13 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #6 of 21 |
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #6 of 13 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #11 of 21 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #60 of 310 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #235 of 309 |
Earnings for Electrical Engineering Graduates from University of Massachusetts-Amherst
Students who complete University of Massachusetts-Amherst’s Electrical Engineering program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $86,758 |
| 2 years | $69,338 |
| 3 years | $76,636 |
| 4 years | $96,212 |
| 5 years | $99,215 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, Electrical Engineering graduates from University of Massachusetts-Amherst take home a median $96,212, compared with $73,687 for all University of Massachusetts-Amherst graduates — about 31% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Electrical Engineering graduates from University of Massachusetts-Amherst is $27,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of Electrical Engineering graduates at University of Massachusetts-Amherst, by degree type.
Program-wide, Electrical Engineering graduates at University of Massachusetts-Amherst are 13% women (18) and 87% men (116).
Electrical Engineering Bachelor’s Program at University of Massachusetts-Amherst
Of the 56 bachelor’s electrical engineering degrees awarded at University of Massachusetts-Amherst, 7% were women (4) and 93% were men (52).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Electrical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Massachusetts-Amherst.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 37 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 8 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 7 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 21% of Electrical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Massachusetts-Amherst, lower than the national average of 42%.*
Electrical Engineering Master’s Program at University of Massachusetts-Amherst
Among the 62 master’s electrical engineering graduates at University of Massachusetts-Amherst, 16% were women (10) and 84% were men (52).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Electrical Engineering master’s degree recipients at University of Massachusetts-Amherst.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 6 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 51 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 6% of Electrical Engineering master’s degree recipients at University of Massachusetts-Amherst, lower than the national average of 20%.*
Electrical Engineering Doctoral Program at University of Massachusetts-Amherst
Among the 15 doctoral electrical engineering degrees awarded at University of Massachusetts-Amherst, 27% were women (4) and 73% were men (11).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Electrical Engineering doctoral degree recipients at University of Massachusetts-Amherst.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 12 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 7% of Electrical Engineering doctoral degree recipients at University of Massachusetts-Amherst, 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 Massachusetts-Amherst
This Electrical Engineering program at University of Massachusetts-Amherst includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Electrical Engineering | 133 |
| Other Electrical Engineering | 1 |
Top-Paying Careers for Electrical Engineering Graduates
Graduates of the Electrical Engineering program at University of Massachusetts-Amherst go on to a range of careers. Below are 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.