Engineering at University of Rhode Island
If you plan to study Engineering, you may want to check out the program at University of Rhode Island. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Rhode Island is located in Kingston, RI.
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Online Class Availability at University of Rhode Island
Online coursework is an option at University of Rhode Island. Of 17,210 students, 818 (5%) studied exclusively online and 5,946 (35%) took at least some classes online.
Engineering Rankings at University of Rhode Island
Use these rankings to compare University of Rhode Island’s Engineering program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Rhode Island | #2 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rhode Island | #3 of 4 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #18 of 46 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #24 of 46 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #306 of 681 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #458 of 679 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Rhode Island | #2 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rhode Island | #3 of 4 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #18 of 46 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #24 of 46 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #306 of 681 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #458 of 679 |
Earnings for Engineering Graduates from University of Rhode Island
Graduates of University of Rhode Island’s Engineering program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $64,034 |
| 2 years | $64,524 |
| 3 years | $72,839 |
| 4 years | $82,534 |
| 5 years | $90,785 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Engineering graduates from University of Rhode Island take home a median $82,534, compared with $67,030 for all University of Rhode Island graduates — about 23% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Engineering graduates from University of Rhode Island comes in at $25,762.
Highest-Paying Careers for Engineering Graduates
Graduates of the Engineering program at University of Rhode Island go on to a range of careers. Here are 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
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