Electrical Engineering at Western Michigan University
If you are interested in studying Electrical Engineering, take a look at what Western Michigan University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Western Michigan University is in Kalamazoo, MI.
During the most recent reporting year, 36 electrical engineering graduations were recorded at Western Michigan University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Western Michigan University
Many students take online classes at Western Michigan University. Among 16,744 students, 2,238 (13%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 7,676 (46%) took at least some classes online.
Electrical Engineering Rankings at Western Michigan University
These rankings give you a sense of how Western Michigan University’s Electrical Engineering program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Michigan | #9 of 12 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Michigan | #11 of 12 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #28 of 46 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #35 of 46 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #188 of 309 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #244 of 310 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Michigan | #9 of 12 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Michigan | #11 of 12 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #28 of 46 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #35 of 46 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #188 of 309 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #244 of 310 |
Earnings for Electrical Engineering Graduates from Western Michigan University
Students who complete Western Michigan University’s Electrical Engineering program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $70,069 |
| 2 years | $73,562 |
| 3 years | $77,263 |
| 4 years | $88,673 |
| 5 years | $97,447 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Electrical Engineering graduates from Western Michigan University take home a median $88,673, compared with $58,084 for all Western Michigan University graduates — about 53% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Electrical Engineering graduates from Western Michigan University comes in at $30,707.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of Electrical Engineering graduates at Western Michigan University, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Electrical Engineering graduates at Western Michigan University are 19% women (7) and 81% men (29).
Electrical Engineering Bachelor’s Program at Western Michigan University
Of the 33 bachelor’s electrical engineering degrees awarded at Western Michigan University, 15% were women (5) and 85% were men (28).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Electrical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at Western Michigan University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 23 |
| Black / African American | 3 |
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 6 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 12% of Electrical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at Western Michigan University, lower than the national average of 42%.*
Electrical Engineering Master’s Program at Western Michigan University
Among the 1 master’s electrical engineering graduates at Western Michigan University, 0% were women (0) and 100% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Electrical Engineering master’s degree recipients at Western Michigan University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
Electrical Engineering Doctoral Program at Western Michigan University
Among the 2 doctoral electrical engineering graduates at Western Michigan University, 100% were women (2) and 0% were men (0).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Electrical Engineering doctoral degree recipients at Western Michigan University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
*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 Western Michigan University
This Electrical Engineering program at Western Michigan University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Electrical Engineering | 36 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Electrical Engineering Graduates
Those who complete Electrical Engineering program at Western Michigan University work across a variety of fields. Here are the highest-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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