Engineering at University of Rochester
What traits are you looking for in a school for Engineering, take a look at what University of Rochester. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Rochester is in Rochester, NY.
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Studying Online at University of Rochester
Online coursework is an option at University of Rochester. Among 11,946 students, 690 (6%) studied exclusively online and 1,843 (15%) took at least some classes online.
Engineering Rankings at University of Rochester
Use these rankings to compare University of Rochester’s Engineering program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #7 of 48 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #20 of 127 |
| Best Value | New York | #37 of 48 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #80 of 681 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #98 of 127 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #599 of 679 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #7 of 48 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #20 of 127 |
| Best Value | New York | #37 of 48 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #80 of 681 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #98 of 127 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #599 of 679 |
Earnings for Engineering Graduates from University of Rochester
Graduates of University of Rochester’s Engineering program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $63,384 |
| 2 years | $66,366 |
| 3 years | $79,223 |
| 4 years | $90,097 |
| 5 years | $101,885 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years after graduating, Engineering graduates from University of Rochester take home a median $90,097, compared with $78,550 for all University of Rochester graduates — about 15% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Engineering graduates from University of Rochester comes in at $20,812.
Top-Paying Careers for Engineering Graduates
Graduates of the Engineering program at University of Rochester work across a variety of fields. Here are the highest-paying careers for Engineering graduates, 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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