Electrical Engineering at University of Missouri-Columbia
If you plan to study Electrical Engineering, consider the program at University of Missouri-Columbia. Get started with the following essential facts.
University of Missouri-Columbia sits in Columbia, MO.
During the most recent reporting year, 58 electrical engineering degrees were granted at University of Missouri-Columbia.
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Studying Online at University of Missouri-Columbia
Distance learning is available at University of Missouri-Columbia. Of 31,543 students, 3,557 (11%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 12,572 (40%) took at least some classes online.
Electrical Engineering Rankings at University of Missouri-Columbia
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Missouri-Columbia’s Electrical Engineering program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Missouri | #2 of 5 |
| Best Value | Missouri | #3 of 5 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #4 of 19 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #12 of 19 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #64 of 310 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #183 of 309 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Missouri | #2 of 5 |
| Best Value | Missouri | #3 of 5 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #4 of 19 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #12 of 19 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #64 of 310 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #183 of 309 |
Earnings for Electrical Engineering Graduates from University of Missouri-Columbia
Those who finish University of Missouri-Columbia’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 | $72,907 |
| 2 years | $67,101 |
| 3 years | $78,960 |
| 4 years | $87,394 |
| 5 years | $95,739 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Electrical Engineering graduates from University of Missouri-Columbia report median earnings of $87,394, compared with $65,467 for all University of Missouri-Columbia graduates — about 33% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Electrical Engineering graduates from University of Missouri-Columbia is $22,499.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the diversity of Electrical Engineering graduates at University of Missouri-Columbia, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Electrical Engineering graduates at University of Missouri-Columbia are 14% women (8) and 86% men (50).
Electrical Engineering Bachelor’s Program at University of Missouri-Columbia
Of the 45 bachelor’s electrical engineering degrees awarded at University of Missouri-Columbia, 13% were women (6) and 87% were men (39).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Electrical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Missouri-Columbia.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 35 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Black / African American | 4 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 20% of Electrical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Missouri-Columbia, below the national average of 42%.*
Electrical Engineering Master’s Program at University of Missouri-Columbia
Of the 5 master’s electrical engineering degrees awarded at University of Missouri-Columbia, 20% were women (1) and 80% were men (4).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Electrical Engineering master’s degree recipients at University of Missouri-Columbia.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
Electrical Engineering Doctoral Program at University of Missouri-Columbia
Of the 6 doctoral electrical engineering degrees awarded at University of Missouri-Columbia, 17% were women (1) and 83% were men (5).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Electrical Engineering doctoral degree recipients at University of Missouri-Columbia.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 4 |
| Unknown | 1 |
*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 Missouri-Columbia
This Electrical Engineering program at University of Missouri-Columbia includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Electrical Engineering | 58 |
Best-Paid Careers for Electrical Engineering Graduates
Students who finish Electrical Engineering program at University of Missouri-Columbia go on to a range of careers. Here are the highest-paying careers for Electrical Engineering majors, 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.