Electrical Engineering at University of Washington-Seattle Campus
If you are interested in studying Electrical Engineering, consider the program at University of Washington-Seattle Campus. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Washington-Seattle Campus is located in Seattle, WA.
During the most recent reporting year, 351 electrical engineering graduations were recorded at University of Washington-Seattle Campus.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Washington-Seattle Campus
Many students take online classes at University of Washington-Seattle Campus. Among 56,997 students, 1,656 (3%) studied exclusively online and 8,704 (15%) took at least some classes online.
Electrical Engineering Rankings at University of Washington-Seattle Campus
Rankings can help you compare University of Washington-Seattle Campus’s Electrical Engineering program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Washington | #1 of 8 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #4 of 47 |
| Best Value | Washington | #5 of 8 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #11 of 310 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #19 of 47 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #42 of 309 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Washington | #1 of 8 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #4 of 47 |
| Best Value | Washington | #5 of 8 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #11 of 310 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #19 of 47 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #42 of 309 |
Earnings for Electrical Engineering Graduates from University of Washington-Seattle Campus
Those who finish University of Washington-Seattle Campus’s Electrical Engineering program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $92,402 |
| 2 years | $91,239 |
| 3 years | $105,059 |
| 4 years | $119,305 |
| 5 years | $117,964 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Electrical Engineering graduates from University of Washington-Seattle Campus take home a median $119,305, compared with $90,738 for all University of Washington-Seattle Campus graduates — about 31% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Electrical Engineering graduates from University of Washington-Seattle Campus is $15,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the student demographics for Electrical Engineering graduates at University of Washington-Seattle Campus, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Electrical Engineering graduates at University of Washington-Seattle Campus are 20% women (70) and 80% men (281).
Electrical Engineering Bachelor’s Program at University of Washington-Seattle Campus
Among the 140 bachelor’s electrical engineering graduates at University of Washington-Seattle Campus, 16% were women (22) and 84% were men (118).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Electrical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Washington-Seattle Campus.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 45 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 9 |
| Black / African American | 10 |
| Asian | 44 |
| Two or More Races | 11 |
| International (Nonresident) | 18 |
| Unknown | 3 |
Minority students account for 53% of Electrical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Washington-Seattle Campus, higher than the national average of 42%.*
Electrical Engineering Master’s Program at University of Washington-Seattle Campus
Of the 187 master’s electrical engineering degrees awarded at University of Washington-Seattle Campus, 23% were women (43) and 77% were men (144).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Electrical Engineering master’s degree recipients at University of Washington-Seattle Campus.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 25 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 8 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 29 |
| Two or More Races | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 115 |
| Unknown | 5 |
Minority students account for 22% of Electrical Engineering master’s degree recipients at University of Washington-Seattle Campus, above the national average of 20%.*
Electrical Engineering Doctoral Program at University of Washington-Seattle Campus
Among the 24 doctoral electrical engineering degrees awarded at University of Washington-Seattle Campus, 21% were women (5) and 79% were men (19).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Electrical Engineering doctoral degree recipients at University of Washington-Seattle Campus.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 6 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 15 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 8% of Electrical Engineering doctoral degree recipients at University of Washington-Seattle Campus, below the national average of 11%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Electrical Engineering Concentrations at University of Washington-Seattle Campus
The Electrical Engineering program at University of Washington-Seattle Campus offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Electrical Engineering | 351 |
Top-Paying Careers for Electrical Engineering Graduates
Those who complete Electrical Engineering program at University of Washington-Seattle Campus work across a variety of fields. Here are the best-paid careers for Electrical Engineering graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Engineers, All Other | $136,628 |
| Electrical Engineers | $127,814 |
| Electronics Engineers, Except Computer | $122,969 |
| Solar Energy Systems Engineers | $116,775 |
| Mechatronics Engineers | $115,569 |
| Microsystems Engineers | $104,558 |
| Architectural and Engineering Managers | $101,277 |
| Wind Energy Engineers | $98,460 |
| Biofuels/Biodiesel Technology and Product Development Managers | $89,263 |
| Photonics Engineers | $84,667 |
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.