Engineering at University of North Dakota
If you plan to study Engineering, consider the program at University of North Dakota. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of North Dakota is in Grand Forks, ND.
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Studying Online at University of North Dakota
Many students take online classes at University of North Dakota. Of 15,019 students, 5,225 (35%) studied exclusively online and 5,272 (35%) took at least some classes online.
Engineering Rankings at University of North Dakota
Use these rankings to compare University of North Dakota’s Engineering program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | North Dakota | #2 of 2 |
| Best Value | North Dakota | #2 of 2 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #25 of 49 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #32 of 49 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #366 of 681 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #438 of 679 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | North Dakota | #2 of 2 |
| Best Value | North Dakota | #2 of 2 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #25 of 49 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #32 of 49 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #366 of 681 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #438 of 679 |
Earnings for Engineering Graduates from University of North Dakota
Graduates of University of North Dakota’s Engineering program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $67,753 |
| 2 years | $67,244 |
| 3 years | $77,601 |
| 4 years | $82,328 |
| 5 years | $92,231 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Engineering graduates from University of North Dakota report median earnings of $82,328, compared with $67,610 for all University of North Dakota graduates — about 22% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Engineering graduates from University of North Dakota is $26,910.
Highest-Paying Careers for Engineering Graduates
Graduates of the Engineering program at University of North Dakota pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the best-paid careers for Engineering majors, 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.