Industrial Production Technology at Western Michigan University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Industrial Production Technology, take a look at what Western Michigan University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Western Michigan University sits in Kalamazoo, MI.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 18 industrial production technology graduations were recorded at Western Michigan University.
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Online Class Availability at Western Michigan University
Distance learning is available at Western Michigan University. Of 16,744 students, 2,238 (13%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 7,676 (46%) took at least some classes online.
Industrial Production Technology Rankings at Western Michigan University
Rankings can help you compare Western Michigan University’s Industrial Production Technology program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Michigan | #4 of 10 |
| Best Value | Michigan | #10 of 10 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #23 of 40 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #38 of 40 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #79 of 186 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #172 of 187 |
Earnings for Industrial Production Technology Graduates from Western Michigan University
Students who complete Western Michigan University’s Industrial Production Technology program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $63,559 |
| 2 years | $69,338 |
| 3 years | $73,968 |
| 4 years | $75,617 |
| 5 years | $91,015 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Industrial Production Technology graduates from Western Michigan University report median earnings of $75,617, compared with $58,084 for all Western Michigan University graduates — about 30% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Industrial Production Technology graduates from Western Michigan University stands at $29,875.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the diversity of Industrial Production Technology graduates at Western Michigan University, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Industrial Production Technology graduates at Western Michigan University are 11% women (2) and 89% men (16).
Industrial Production Technology Bachelor’s Program at Western Michigan University
Among the 17 bachelor’s industrial production technology graduates at Western Michigan University, 12% were women (2) and 88% were men (15).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Industrial Production Technology bachelor’s degree recipients at Western Michigan University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 14 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
Minority students account for 6% of Industrial Production Technology bachelor’s degree recipients at Western Michigan University, below the national average of 33%.*
Industrial Production Technology Master’s Program at Western Michigan University
Among the 1 master’s industrial production technology graduates at Western Michigan University, 0% were women (0) and 100% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Industrial Production Technology master’s degree recipients at Western Michigan University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Industrial Production Technology Concentrations at Western Michigan University
This Industrial Production Technology program at Western Michigan University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing Engineering | 18 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Industrial Production Technology Graduates
Those who complete Industrial Production Technology program at Western Michigan University pursue many career paths. Here are the top-paying careers for Industrial Production Technology graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other | $121,642 |
| Photonics Technicians | $106,964 |
| Nanotechnology Engineering Technologists and Technicians | $88,689 |
| Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians | $61,455 |
| Non-Destructive Testing Specialists | $57,631 |
| Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians | $50,036 |
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.