Engineering at University of Utah
If you are interested in studying Engineering, you may want to check out the program at University of Utah. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Utah is in Salt Lake City, UT.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Utah
Online coursework is an option at University of Utah. Among 36,894 students, 2,249 (6%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 15,066 (41%) took at least some classes online.
Engineering Rankings at University of Utah
Rankings can help you compare University of Utah’s Engineering program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Utah | #6 of 10 |
| Best Value | Utah | #8 of 10 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #11 of 32 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #14 of 32 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #216 of 681 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #258 of 679 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Utah | #6 of 10 |
| Best Value | Utah | #8 of 10 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #11 of 32 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #14 of 32 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #216 of 681 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #258 of 679 |
Earnings for Engineering Graduates from University of Utah
Those who finish University of Utah’s Engineering program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $66,970 |
| 2 years | $65,335 |
| 3 years | $73,984 |
| 4 years | $88,766 |
| 5 years | $92,810 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Engineering graduates from University of Utah report median earnings of $88,766, compared with $74,538 for all University of Utah graduates — about 19% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Engineering graduates from University of Utah comes in at $22,151.
Best-Paid Careers for Engineering Graduates
Graduates of the Engineering program at University of Utah go on to a range of careers. Below are the top-paying 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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