General Engineering at University of Nebraska-Lincoln
What traits are you looking for in a school for General Engineering, consider the program at University of Nebraska-Lincoln. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Nebraska-Lincoln is in Lincoln, NE.
During the most recent reporting year, 52 general engineering degrees were awarded at University of Nebraska-Lincoln.
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Studying Online at University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Distance learning is available at University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Among 24,393 students, 1,697 (7%) studied exclusively online and 14,051 (58%) took at least some classes online.
General Engineering Rankings at University of Nebraska-Lincoln
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s General Engineering program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nebraska | #1 of 2 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #1 of 18 |
| Best Value | Nebraska | #1 of 2 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #12 of 18 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #47 of 285 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #202 of 284 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nebraska | #1 of 2 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #1 of 18 |
| Best Value | Nebraska | #1 of 2 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #12 of 18 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #47 of 285 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #202 of 284 |
Earnings for General Engineering Graduates from University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Graduates of University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s General Engineering program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $97,570 |
| 2 years | $106,421 |
| 5 years | $133,929 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of General Engineering graduates at University of Nebraska-Lincoln, by degree type.
Program-wide, General Engineering graduates at University of Nebraska-Lincoln are 25% women (13) and 75% men (39).
General Engineering Master’s Program at University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Of the 34 master’s general engineering degrees awarded at University of Nebraska-Lincoln, 26% were women (9) and 74% were men (25).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Engineering master’s degree recipients at University of Nebraska-Lincoln.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 28 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
Minority students account for 12% of General Engineering master’s degree recipients at University of Nebraska-Lincoln, lower than the national average of 17%.*
General Engineering Doctoral Program at University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Of the 8 doctoral general engineering graduates at University of Nebraska-Lincoln, 38% were women (3) and 62% were men (5).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Engineering doctoral degree recipients at University of Nebraska-Lincoln.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 6 |
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific General Engineering Concentrations at University of Nebraska-Lincoln
The General Engineering program at University of Nebraska-Lincoln offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Engineering | 52 |
Highest-Paying Careers for General Engineering Graduates
Students who finish General Engineering program at University of Nebraska-Lincoln go on to a range of careers. Below are the highest-paying careers for General Engineering majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Engineers, All Other | $136,628 |
| 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 |
| Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary | $79,889 |
| Robotics Engineers | $72,925 |
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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