Engineering at West Texas A & M University
If you plan to study Engineering, consider the program at West Texas A & M University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
West Texas A & M University is in Canyon, TX.
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Studying Online at West Texas A & M University
Many students take online classes at West Texas A & M University. Among 9,045 students, 3,168 (35%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 2,729 (30%) took at least some classes online.
Earnings for Engineering Graduates from West Texas A & M University
Students who complete West Texas A & M 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 | $65,323 |
| 2 years | $58,402 |
| 3 years | $72,324 |
| 4 years | $80,251 |
| 5 years | $89,635 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Engineering graduates from West Texas A & M University earn a median of $80,251, compared with $51,655 for all West Texas A & M University graduates — about 55% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Engineering graduates from West Texas A & M University comes in at $21,125.
Highest-Paying Careers for Engineering Graduates
Those who complete Engineering program at West Texas A & M University pursue many career paths. Here are the top-paying careers for Engineering graduates, 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
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