Electrical Engineering at University of Michigan-Dearborn
If you are interested in studying Electrical Engineering, take a look at what University of Michigan-Dearborn. Get started with the following essential facts.
University of Michigan-Dearborn is in Dearborn, MI.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 171 electrical engineering graduations were recorded at University of Michigan-Dearborn.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Michigan-Dearborn
Many students take online classes at University of Michigan-Dearborn. Of 8,104 students, 1,314 (16%) studied exclusively online and 3,952 (49%) took at least some classes online.
Electrical Engineering Rankings at University of Michigan-Dearborn
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Michigan-Dearborn’s Electrical Engineering program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #1 of 46 |
| Best Value | Michigan | #1 of 12 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Michigan | #3 of 12 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #10 of 46 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #27 of 309 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #72 of 310 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #1 of 46 |
| Best Value | Michigan | #1 of 12 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Michigan | #3 of 12 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #10 of 46 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #27 of 309 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #72 of 310 |
Earnings for Electrical Engineering Graduates from University of Michigan-Dearborn
Graduates of University of Michigan-Dearborn’s Electrical Engineering program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $82,297 |
| 2 years | $84,160 |
| 3 years | $96,768 |
| 4 years | $103,709 |
| 5 years | $115,754 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Electrical Engineering graduates from University of Michigan-Dearborn report median earnings of $103,709, compared with $78,254 for all University of Michigan-Dearborn graduates — about 33% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Electrical Engineering graduates from University of Michigan-Dearborn is $21,853.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of Electrical Engineering graduates at University of Michigan-Dearborn, by degree type.
Program-wide, Electrical Engineering graduates at University of Michigan-Dearborn are 13% women (22) and 87% men (149).
Electrical Engineering Bachelor’s Program at University of Michigan-Dearborn
Among the 125 bachelor’s electrical engineering graduates at University of Michigan-Dearborn, 11% were women (14) and 89% were men (111).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Electrical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Michigan-Dearborn.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 99 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 5 |
| Black / African American | 3 |
| Asian | 6 |
| Two or More Races | 10 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 19% of Electrical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Michigan-Dearborn, lower than the national average of 42%.*
Electrical Engineering Master’s Program at University of Michigan-Dearborn
Of the 40 master’s electrical engineering degrees awarded at University of Michigan-Dearborn, 20% were women (8) and 80% were men (32).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Electrical Engineering master’s degree recipients at University of Michigan-Dearborn.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 22 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 4 |
| International (Nonresident) | 11 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Minority students account for 12% of Electrical Engineering master’s degree recipients at University of Michigan-Dearborn, below the national average of 20%.*
Electrical Engineering Doctoral Program at University of Michigan-Dearborn
Among the 4 doctoral electrical engineering graduates at University of Michigan-Dearborn, 0% were women (0) and 100% were men (4).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Electrical Engineering doctoral degree recipients at University of Michigan-Dearborn.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| International (Nonresident) | 4 |
*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 Michigan-Dearborn
This Electrical Engineering program at University of Michigan-Dearborn includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Electrical Engineering | 171 |
Top-Paying Careers for Electrical Engineering Graduates
Graduates of the Electrical Engineering program at University of Michigan-Dearborn pursue many career paths. The table below ranks 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
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