Electrical Engineering at Boise State University
If you are interested in studying Electrical Engineering, consider the program at Boise State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Boise State University sits in Boise, ID.
During the most recent reporting year, 45 electrical engineering degrees were granted at Boise State University.
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Online Class Availability at Boise State University
Many students take online classes at Boise State University. Of 27,198 students, 5,241 (19%) studied exclusively online and 9,178 (34%) took at least some classes online.
Electrical Engineering Rankings at Boise State University
These rankings give you a sense of how Boise State University’s Electrical Engineering program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Idaho | #2 of 3 |
| Best Value | Idaho | #3 of 3 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #11 of 16 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #12 of 16 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #193 of 309 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #229 of 310 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Idaho | #2 of 3 |
| Best Value | Idaho | #3 of 3 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #11 of 16 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #12 of 16 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #193 of 309 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #229 of 310 |
Earnings for Electrical Engineering Graduates from Boise State University
Those who finish Boise State University’s Electrical Engineering program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $73,319 |
| 2 years | $75,047 |
| 3 years | $88,314 |
| 4 years | $100,027 |
| 5 years | $113,075 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Electrical Engineering graduates from Boise State University take home a median $100,027, compared with $56,673 for all Boise State University graduates — about 76% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Electrical Engineering graduates from Boise State University comes in at $35,463.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of Electrical Engineering graduates at Boise State University, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, Electrical Engineering graduates at Boise State University are 18% women (8) and 82% men (37).
Electrical Engineering Bachelor’s Program at Boise State University
Of the 45 bachelor’s electrical engineering graduates at Boise State University, 18% were women (8) and 82% were men (37).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Electrical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at Boise State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 31 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 6 |
| Asian | 3 |
| Two or More Races | 4 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 29% of Electrical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at Boise State University, below the national average of 42%.*
*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 Boise State University
The Electrical Engineering program at Boise State University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Electrical Engineering | 45 |
Top-Paying Careers for Electrical Engineering Graduates
Students who finish Electrical Engineering program at Boise State University work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks the best-paid 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.