Industrial Engineering at University of Rhode Island
If you are interested in studying Industrial Engineering, consider 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 in Kingston, RI.
During the most recent reporting year, 27 industrial engineering degrees were granted at University of Rhode Island.
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Online Class Availability at University of Rhode Island
Many students take online classes at University of Rhode Island. Among 17,210 students, 818 (5%) studied exclusively online and 5,946 (35%) took at least some classes online.
Industrial Engineering Rankings at University of Rhode Island
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Rhode Island’s Industrial Engineering program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #1 of 9 |
| Best Value | Rhode Island | #1 of 2 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rhode Island | #2 of 2 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #9 of 9 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #65 of 102 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #83 of 102 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #1 of 9 |
| Best Value | Rhode Island | #1 of 2 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rhode Island | #2 of 2 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #9 of 9 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #65 of 102 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #83 of 102 |
Earnings for Industrial Engineering Graduates from University of Rhode Island
Those who finish University of Rhode Island’s Industrial Engineering program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $60,566 |
| 2 years | $63,749 |
| 3 years | $71,863 |
| 4 years | $77,854 |
| 5 years | $93,248 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Industrial Engineering graduates from University of Rhode Island earn a median of $77,854, compared with $67,030 for all University of Rhode Island graduates — about 16% higher than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the diversity of Industrial Engineering graduates at University of Rhode Island, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, Industrial Engineering graduates at University of Rhode Island are 41% women (11) and 59% men (16).
Industrial Engineering Bachelor’s Program at University of Rhode Island
Of the 18 bachelor’s industrial engineering degrees awarded at University of Rhode Island, 44% were women (8) and 56% were men (10).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Industrial Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Rhode Island.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 10 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 3 |
Minority students account for 44% of Industrial Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Rhode Island, higher than the national average of 36%.*
Industrial Engineering Master’s Program at University of Rhode Island
Among the 7 master’s industrial engineering degrees awarded at University of Rhode Island, 43% were women (3) and 57% were men (4).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Industrial Engineering master’s degree recipients at University of Rhode Island.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 29% of Industrial Engineering master’s degree recipients at University of Rhode Island, above the national average of 11%.*
Industrial Engineering Doctoral Program at University of Rhode Island
Of the 2 doctoral industrial engineering degrees awarded at University of Rhode Island, 0% were women (0) and 100% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Industrial Engineering doctoral degree recipients at University of Rhode Island.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Industrial Engineering Concentrations at University of Rhode Island
The Industrial Engineering program at University of Rhode Island offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Industrial Engineering | 27 |
Top-Paying Careers for Industrial Engineering Graduates
Students who finish Industrial Engineering program at University of Rhode Island work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks the highest-paying careers for Industrial Engineering majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Biofuels Production Managers | $164,096 |
| Geothermal Production Managers | $160,381 |
| Biomass Power Plant Managers | $146,025 |
| Human Factors Engineers and Ergonomists | $128,495 |
| Industrial Production Managers | $126,666 |
| Industrial Engineers | $120,863 |
| Quality Control Systems Managers | $108,531 |
| Architectural and Engineering Managers | $101,277 |
| Manufacturing Engineers | $91,427 |
| Hydroelectric Production Managers | $91,208 |
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.