Engineering at Youngstown State University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Engineering, consider the program at Youngstown State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Youngstown State University sits in Youngstown, OH.
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Online & Distance Learning at Youngstown State University
Many students take online classes at Youngstown State University. Of 12,204 students, 2,895 (24%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 4,816 (39%) took at least some classes online.
Engineering Rankings at Youngstown State University
Use these rankings to compare Youngstown State University’s Engineering program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Ohio | #6 of 23 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Ohio | #19 of 23 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #40 of 100 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #91 of 100 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #298 of 679 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #612 of 681 |
Earnings for Engineering Graduates from Youngstown State University
Graduates of Youngstown State University’s Engineering program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $60,313 |
| 2 years | $66,325 |
| 3 years | $71,262 |
| 4 years | $75,697 |
| 5 years | $81,764 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, Engineering graduates from Youngstown State University take home a median $75,697, compared with $54,942 for all Youngstown State University graduates — about 38% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Engineering graduates from Youngstown State University is $25,672.
Top-Paying Careers for Engineering Graduates
Students who finish Engineering program at Youngstown State University go on to a range of careers. Below 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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