Engineering Technologies at Wayne State University
If you plan to study Engineering Technologies, take a look at what Wayne State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Wayne State University is in Detroit, MI.
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Online & Distance Learning at Wayne State University
Distance learning is available at Wayne State University. Of 23,803 students, 3,013 (13%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 10,784 (45%) took at least some classes online.
Engineering Technologies Rankings at Wayne State University
Rankings can help you compare Wayne State University’s Engineering Technologies program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Michigan | #14 of 35 |
| Best Value | Michigan | #23 of 35 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #85 of 128 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #89 of 129 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #466 of 854 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #593 of 852 |
Earnings for Engineering Technologies Graduates from Wayne State University
Graduates of Wayne State University’s Engineering Technologies program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $71,384 |
| 2 years | $76,460 |
| 3 years | $90,813 |
| 4 years | $94,247 |
| 5 years | $106,090 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Engineering Technologies graduates from Wayne State University report median earnings of $94,247, compared with $68,128 for all Wayne State University graduates — about 38% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Engineering Technologies graduates from Wayne State University is $33,351.
Highest-Paying Careers for Engineering Technologies Graduates
Graduates of the Engineering Technologies program at Wayne State University pursue many career paths. Below are the top-paying careers for Engineering Technologies graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Engineers, All Other | $136,628 |
| Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians | $134,632 |
| Human Factors Engineers and Ergonomists | $128,495 |
| Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other | $121,642 |
| Computer Programmers | $109,892 |
| Electrical and Electronics Drafters | $109,781 |
| Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians | $108,923 |
| Photonics Technicians | $106,964 |
| Wind Energy Engineers | $98,460 |
| Automotive Engineering Technicians | $89,794 |
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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