Industrial Engineering at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor
If you are interested in studying Industrial Engineering, consider the program at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Michigan-Ann Arbor is located in Ann Arbor, MI.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 250 industrial engineering graduations were recorded at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor
Distance learning is available at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor. Among 52,855 students, 1,479 (3%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 4,583 (9%) took at least some classes online.
Industrial Engineering Rankings at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor
Use these rankings to compare University of Michigan-Ann Arbor’s Industrial Engineering program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Michigan | #1 of 7 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #2 of 23 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #4 of 102 |
| Best Value | Michigan | #4 of 7 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #9 of 23 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #15 of 102 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Michigan | #1 of 7 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #2 of 23 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #4 of 102 |
| Best Value | Michigan | #4 of 7 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #9 of 23 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #15 of 102 |
Earnings for Industrial Engineering Graduates from University of Michigan-Ann Arbor
Graduates of University of Michigan-Ann Arbor’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 | $83,913 |
| 2 years | $84,483 |
| 3 years | $88,888 |
| 4 years | $98,167 |
| 5 years | $111,103 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Industrial Engineering graduates from University of Michigan-Ann Arbor take home a median $98,167, compared with $92,481 for all University of Michigan-Ann Arbor graduates — about 6% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Industrial Engineering graduates from University of Michigan-Ann Arbor stands at $20,306.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the composition of Industrial Engineering graduates at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Industrial Engineering graduates at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor are 42% women (104) and 58% men (146).
Industrial Engineering Bachelor’s Program at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor
Among the 141 bachelor’s industrial engineering degrees awarded at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor, 41% were women (58) and 59% were men (83).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Industrial Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 58 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 16 |
| Black / African American | 5 |
| Asian | 28 |
| Two or More Races | 6 |
| International (Nonresident) | 15 |
| Unknown | 13 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 39% of Industrial Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor, above the national average of 36%.*
Industrial Engineering Master’s Program at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor
Among the 92 master’s industrial engineering graduates at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor, 42% were women (39) and 58% were men (53).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Industrial Engineering master’s degree recipients at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 19 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 7 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 8 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 53 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 21% of Industrial Engineering master’s degree recipients at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor, higher than the national average of 11%.*
Industrial Engineering Doctoral Program at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor
Of the 17 doctoral industrial engineering graduates at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor, 41% were women (7) and 59% were men (10).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Industrial Engineering doctoral degree recipients at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 5 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Asian | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 8 |
Minority students account for 24% of Industrial Engineering doctoral degree recipients at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor, above the national average of 9%.*
*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 Michigan-Ann Arbor
The Industrial Engineering program at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Industrial Engineering | 250 |
Top-Paying Careers for Industrial Engineering Graduates
Graduates of the Industrial Engineering program at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor go on to a range of careers. Here are the best-paid careers for Industrial Engineering majors, 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.