Engineering at University of Vermont
If you plan to study Engineering, consider the program at University of Vermont. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Vermont sits in Burlington, VT.
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Online Class Availability at University of Vermont
Distance learning is available at University of Vermont. Of 14,476 students, 456 (3%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 3,228 (22%) took at least some classes online.
Engineering Rankings at University of Vermont
Use these rankings to compare University of Vermont’s Engineering program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Vermont | #1 of 2 |
| Best Value | Vermont | #1 of 2 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #21 of 46 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #26 of 46 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #327 of 681 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #472 of 679 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Vermont | #1 of 2 |
| Best Value | Vermont | #1 of 2 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #21 of 46 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #26 of 46 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #327 of 681 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #472 of 679 |
Earnings for Engineering Graduates from University of Vermont
Those who finish University of Vermont’s Engineering program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $56,696 |
| 2 years | $55,241 |
| 3 years | $63,829 |
| 4 years | $74,596 |
| 5 years | $82,793 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, Engineering graduates from University of Vermont report median earnings of $74,596, compared with $56,910 for all University of Vermont graduates — about 31% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Engineering graduates from University of Vermont stands at $23,531.
Top-Paying Careers for Engineering Graduates
Those who complete Engineering program at University of Vermont work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.