Engineering at Wayne State University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Engineering, you may want to check out the program at Wayne State University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Wayne State University is located in Detroit, MI.
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Studying Online at Wayne State University
Many students take online classes 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 Rankings at Wayne State University
Rankings can help you compare Wayne State University’s Engineering program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Michigan | #10 of 26 |
| Best Value | Michigan | #12 of 26 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #37 of 100 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #42 of 100 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #252 of 681 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #322 of 679 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Michigan | #10 of 26 |
| Best Value | Michigan | #12 of 26 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #37 of 100 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #42 of 100 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #252 of 681 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #322 of 679 |
Earnings for Engineering Graduates from Wayne State University
Graduates of Wayne State University’s Engineering program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $71,550 |
| 2 years | $79,777 |
| 3 years | $85,622 |
| 4 years | $92,668 |
| 5 years | $97,668 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, Engineering graduates from Wayne State University take home a median $92,668, compared with $68,128 for all Wayne State University graduates — about 36% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Engineering graduates from Wayne State University comes in at $25,612.
Best-Paid Careers for Engineering Graduates
Students who finish Engineering program at Wayne State University pursue many career paths. The table below ranks 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.