Engineering at University of Minnesota-Duluth
What traits are you looking for in a school for Engineering, take a look at what University of Minnesota-Duluth. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Minnesota-Duluth sits in Duluth, MN.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Minnesota-Duluth
Online coursework is an option at University of Minnesota-Duluth. Among 9,253 students, 250 (3%) studied exclusively online and 3,373 (36%) took at least some classes online.
Engineering Rankings at University of Minnesota-Duluth
Use these rankings to compare University of Minnesota-Duluth’s Engineering program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Minnesota | #9 of 15 |
| Best Value | Minnesota | #9 of 15 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #29 of 49 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #31 of 49 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #412 of 681 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #428 of 679 |
Earnings for Engineering Graduates from University of Minnesota-Duluth
Those who finish University of Minnesota-Duluth’s Engineering program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $64,724 |
| 2 years | $62,543 |
| 3 years | $70,662 |
| 4 years | $77,542 |
| 5 years | $88,165 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Engineering graduates from University of Minnesota-Duluth take home a median $77,542, compared with $59,496 for all University of Minnesota-Duluth graduates — about 30% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Engineering graduates from University of Minnesota-Duluth stands at $26,123.
Highest-Paying Careers for Engineering Graduates
Graduates of the Engineering program at University of Minnesota-Duluth pursue many career paths. Here are the top-paying 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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