Engineering at University of Missouri-Columbia
If you are interested in studying Engineering, you may want to check out the program at University of Missouri-Columbia. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Missouri-Columbia is located in Columbia, MO.
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Online Class Availability at University of Missouri-Columbia
Many students take online classes at University of Missouri-Columbia. Of 31,543 students, 3,557 (11%) studied exclusively online and 12,572 (40%) took at least some classes online.
Engineering Rankings at University of Missouri-Columbia
Use these rankings to compare University of Missouri-Columbia’s Engineering program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Missouri | #3 of 15 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #11 of 49 |
| Best Value | Missouri | #12 of 15 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #33 of 49 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #177 of 681 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #446 of 679 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Missouri | #3 of 15 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #11 of 49 |
| Best Value | Missouri | #12 of 15 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #33 of 49 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #177 of 681 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #446 of 679 |
Earnings for Engineering Graduates from University of Missouri-Columbia
Students who complete University of Missouri-Columbia’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 | $66,474 |
| 2 years | $63,350 |
| 3 years | $72,368 |
| 4 years | $80,613 |
| 5 years | $89,559 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, Engineering graduates from University of Missouri-Columbia report median earnings of $80,613, compared with $65,467 for all University of Missouri-Columbia graduates — about 23% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Engineering graduates from University of Missouri-Columbia comes in at $24,146.
Highest-Paying Careers for Engineering Graduates
Graduates of the Engineering program at University of Missouri-Columbia pursue many career paths. The table below ranks 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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