Electrical Engineering at West Virginia University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Electrical Engineering, take a look at what West Virginia University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
West Virginia University is located in Morgantown, WV.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 43 electrical engineering graduations were recorded at West Virginia University.
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Online Class Availability at West Virginia University
Online coursework is an option at West Virginia University. Among 23,643 students, 2,958 (13%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 9,975 (42%) took at least some classes online.
Electrical Engineering Rankings at West Virginia University
Use these rankings to compare West Virginia University’s Electrical Engineering program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | West Virginia | #1 of 2 |
| Best Value | West Virginia | #2 of 2 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #16 of 63 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #26 of 63 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #74 of 309 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #166 of 310 |
Earnings for Electrical Engineering Graduates from West Virginia University
Graduates of West Virginia University’s Electrical 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 | $69,420 |
| 2 years | $67,995 |
| 3 years | $74,328 |
| 4 years | $86,498 |
| 5 years | $99,815 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Electrical Engineering graduates from West Virginia University report median earnings of $86,498, compared with $61,939 for all West Virginia University graduates — about 40% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Electrical Engineering graduates from West Virginia University comes in at $22,500.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the student demographics for Electrical Engineering graduates at West Virginia University, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Electrical Engineering graduates at West Virginia University are 21% women (9) and 79% men (34).
Electrical Engineering Bachelor’s Program at West Virginia University
Of the 36 bachelor’s electrical engineering degrees awarded at West Virginia University, 19% were women (7) and 81% were men (29).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Electrical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at West Virginia University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 34 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
Electrical Engineering Master’s Program at West Virginia University
Of the 7 master’s electrical engineering degrees awarded at West Virginia University, 29% were women (2) and 71% were men (5).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Electrical Engineering master’s degree recipients at West Virginia University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 5 |
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Minority students account for 14% of Electrical Engineering master’s degree recipients at West Virginia University, below the national average of 20%.*
*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 West Virginia University
This Electrical Engineering program at West Virginia University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Electrical Engineering | 43 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Electrical Engineering Graduates
Those who complete Electrical Engineering program at West Virginia University go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the top-paying 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
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