Engineering at University of Massachusetts-Lowell
If you are interested in studying Engineering, consider the program at University of Massachusetts-Lowell. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Massachusetts-Lowell sits in Lowell, MA.
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Online Class Availability at University of Massachusetts-Lowell
Many students take online classes at University of Massachusetts-Lowell. Of 16,598 students, 5,089 (31%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,937 (12%) took at least some classes online.
Engineering Rankings at University of Massachusetts-Lowell
Rankings can help you compare University of Massachusetts-Lowell’s Engineering program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #11 of 23 |
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #11 of 23 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #14 of 46 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #19 of 46 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #239 of 681 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #421 of 679 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #11 of 23 |
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #11 of 23 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #14 of 46 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #19 of 46 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #239 of 681 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #421 of 679 |
Earnings for Engineering Graduates from University of Massachusetts-Lowell
Graduates of University of Massachusetts-Lowell’s Engineering program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $71,593 |
| 2 years | $67,807 |
| 3 years | $78,735 |
| 4 years | $89,354 |
| 5 years | $96,409 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Engineering graduates from University of Massachusetts-Lowell earn a median of $89,354, compared with $77,628 for all University of Massachusetts-Lowell graduates — about 15% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Engineering graduates from University of Massachusetts-Lowell comes in at $27,000.
Best-Paid Careers for Engineering Graduates
Graduates of the Engineering program at University of Massachusetts-Lowell go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the best-paid 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.