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Nuclear Engineering in Illinois

Nuclear Engineering Schools in Illinois

Jobs for Nuclear Engineering Grads in Illinois

In this state, there are 11,190 people employed in jobs related to a Nuclear Engineering degree, compared to 264,990 nationwide.

Nuclear Engineering Jobs Nationwide vs. IL

Wages for Nuclear Engineering Jobs in Illinois

In this state, Nuclear Engineering grads earn an average of $155,703. Nationwide, they make an average of $164,955.

Nuclear Engineering Wages Nationwide vs. IL

There is one school in the state that offers this degree.

One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $53,513 a year. With an admission rate of 44%, getting in takes some planning. The full-time student retention rate is 94%.

Nuclear Engineering Careers in IL

Some of the careers Nuclear Engineering majors go into include:

Job Title Nationwide Job Growth Nationwide Median Salary
Architectural and Engineering Managers 9% $101,277
Biofuels/Biodiesel Technology and Product Development Managers 8% $89,263
Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary -2% $79,889
Nuclear Engineers -3% $134,531

Below are some popular majors that are similar to Nuclear Engineering.

Major Annual Graduates Nationwide
Mechanical Engineering 42,939
Electrical Engineering 26,760
Civil Engineering 20,005
Computer Engineering 19,986
Biomedical Engineering 13,914
General Engineering 13,411
Chemical Engineering 10,939
Aeronautical Engineering 9,596

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