Electrical Engineering at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus
If you are interested in studying Electrical Engineering, consider the program at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus is in Pittsburgh, PA.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 100 electrical engineering degrees were granted at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus.
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Studying Online at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus
Many students take online classes at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus. Among 35,724 students, 1,465 (4%) studied exclusively online and 6,044 (17%) took at least some classes online.
Electrical Engineering Rankings at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus’s Electrical Engineering program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Pennsylvania | #11 of 20 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Pennsylvania | #12 of 20 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #32 of 53 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #34 of 53 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #132 of 310 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #263 of 309 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Pennsylvania | #11 of 20 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Pennsylvania | #12 of 20 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #32 of 53 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #34 of 53 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #132 of 310 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #263 of 309 |
Earnings for Electrical Engineering Graduates from University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus
Those who finish University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus’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 | $75,503 |
| 2 years | $68,918 |
| 3 years | $76,191 |
| 4 years | $85,235 |
| 5 years | $96,649 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Electrical Engineering graduates from University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus earn a median of $85,235, compared with $69,239 for all University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus graduates — about 23% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Electrical Engineering graduates from University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus comes in at $27,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the student demographics for Electrical Engineering graduates at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Electrical Engineering graduates at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus are 18% women (18) and 82% men (82).
Electrical Engineering Bachelor’s Program at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus
Of the 58 bachelor’s electrical engineering degrees awarded at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus, 17% were women (10) and 83% were men (48).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Electrical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 43 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 5 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 5 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Minority students account for 24% of Electrical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus, below the national average of 42%.*
Electrical Engineering Master’s Program at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus
Among the 24 master’s electrical engineering degrees awarded at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus, 17% were women (4) and 83% were men (20).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Electrical Engineering master’s degree recipients at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 13 |
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 10 |
Minority students account for 4% of Electrical Engineering master’s degree recipients at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus, below the national average of 20%.*
Electrical Engineering Doctoral Program at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus
Among the 18 doctoral electrical engineering graduates at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus, 22% were women (4) and 78% were men (14).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Electrical Engineering doctoral degree recipients at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 15 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 6% of Electrical Engineering doctoral degree recipients at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus, below the national average of 11%.*
*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 Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus
The Electrical Engineering program at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Electrical Engineering | 100 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Electrical Engineering Graduates
Graduates of the Electrical Engineering program at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus pursue many career paths. Below are the best-paid careers for Electrical Engineering graduates, 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.