Industrial Engineering at University of Massachusetts-Amherst
If you are interested in studying Industrial 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 sits in Amherst, MA.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 35 industrial engineering graduations were recorded at University of Massachusetts-Amherst.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Massachusetts-Amherst
Distance learning is available 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.
Industrial Engineering Rankings at University of Massachusetts-Amherst
Rankings can help you compare University of Massachusetts-Amherst’s Industrial Engineering program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #1 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #4 of 4 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #4 of 9 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #8 of 9 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #75 of 102 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #81 of 102 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #1 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #4 of 4 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #4 of 9 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #8 of 9 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #75 of 102 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #81 of 102 |
Earnings for Industrial Engineering Graduates from University of Massachusetts-Amherst
Those who finish University of Massachusetts-Amherst’s Industrial 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 | $72,455 |
| 2 years | $69,338 |
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Industrial Engineering graduates from University of Massachusetts-Amherst stands at $27,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of Industrial Engineering graduates at University of Massachusetts-Amherst, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Industrial Engineering graduates at University of Massachusetts-Amherst are 23% women (8) and 77% men (27).
Industrial Engineering Bachelor’s Program at University of Massachusetts-Amherst
Among the 27 bachelor’s industrial engineering degrees awarded at University of Massachusetts-Amherst, 26% were women (7) and 74% were men (20).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Industrial Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Massachusetts-Amherst.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 15 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 33% of Industrial Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Massachusetts-Amherst, below the national average of 36%.*
Industrial Engineering Master’s Program at University of Massachusetts-Amherst
Of the 7 master’s industrial engineering degrees awarded at University of Massachusetts-Amherst, 14% were women (1) and 86% were men (6).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Industrial Engineering master’s degree recipients at University of Massachusetts-Amherst.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 5 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 14% of Industrial Engineering master’s degree recipients at University of Massachusetts-Amherst, above the national average of 11%.*
Industrial Engineering Doctoral Program at University of Massachusetts-Amherst
Among the 1 doctoral industrial engineering graduates at University of Massachusetts-Amherst, 0% were women (0) and 100% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Industrial Engineering doctoral degree recipients at University of Massachusetts-Amherst.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Industrial Engineering Concentrations at University of Massachusetts-Amherst
This Industrial Engineering program at University of Massachusetts-Amherst offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Industrial Engineering | 35 |
Top-Paying Careers for Industrial Engineering Graduates
Students who finish Industrial Engineering program at University of Massachusetts-Amherst work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks the highest-paying careers for Industrial Engineering graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Biofuels Production Managers | $164,096 |
| Geothermal Production Managers | $160,381 |
| Biomass Power Plant Managers | $146,025 |
| Human Factors Engineers and Ergonomists | $128,495 |
| Industrial Production Managers | $126,666 |
| Industrial Engineers | $120,863 |
| Quality Control Systems Managers | $108,531 |
| Architectural and Engineering Managers | $101,277 |
| Manufacturing Engineers | $91,427 |
| Hydroelectric Production Managers | $91,208 |
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.