Engineering at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor
If you are interested in studying Engineering, take a look at what University of Michigan-Ann Arbor. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Michigan-Ann Arbor is located in Ann Arbor, MI.
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Online Class Availability at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor
Online coursework is an option at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor. Of 52,855 students, 1,479 (3%) studied exclusively online and 4,583 (9%) took at least some classes online.
Engineering Rankings at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Michigan-Ann Arbor’s Engineering program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Michigan | #1 of 26 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #4 of 100 |
| Best Value | Michigan | #10 of 26 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #28 of 681 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #30 of 100 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #265 of 679 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Michigan | #1 of 26 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #4 of 100 |
| Best Value | Michigan | #10 of 26 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #28 of 681 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #30 of 100 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #265 of 679 |
Earnings for Engineering Graduates from University of Michigan-Ann Arbor
Those who finish University of Michigan-Ann Arbor’s Engineering program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $82,314 |
| 2 years | $86,097 |
| 3 years | $87,733 |
| 4 years | $101,274 |
| 5 years | $107,938 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Engineering graduates from University of Michigan-Ann Arbor earn a median of $101,274, compared with $92,481 for all University of Michigan-Ann Arbor graduates — about 10% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Engineering graduates from University of Michigan-Ann Arbor stands at $20,146.
Best-Paid Careers for Engineering Graduates
Graduates of the Engineering program at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor go on to a range of careers. Here are 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
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