Engineering at University of Wyoming
If you are interested in studying Engineering, consider the program at University of Wyoming. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Wyoming is in Laramie, WY.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Wyoming
Many students take online classes at University of Wyoming. Among 10,813 students, 2,268 (21%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 4,532 (42%) took at least some classes online.
Engineering Rankings at University of Wyoming
Rankings can help you compare University of Wyoming’s Engineering program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Wyoming | #2 of 2 |
| Best Value | Wyoming | #2 of 2 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #13 of 32 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #25 of 32 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #256 of 679 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #520 of 681 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Wyoming | #2 of 2 |
| Best Value | Wyoming | #2 of 2 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #13 of 32 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #25 of 32 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #256 of 679 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #520 of 681 |
Earnings for Engineering Graduates from University of Wyoming
Students who complete University of Wyoming’s Engineering program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $60,510 |
| 2 years | $58,131 |
| 3 years | $68,512 |
| 4 years | $74,986 |
| 5 years | $87,556 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Engineering graduates from University of Wyoming earn a median of $74,986, compared with $58,250 for all University of Wyoming graduates — about 29% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Engineering graduates from University of Wyoming comes in at $23,764.
Top-Paying Careers for Engineering Graduates
Those who complete Engineering program at University of Wyoming work across a variety of fields. Below are 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.