Engineering at Brigham Young University-Idaho
If you are interested in studying Engineering, consider the program at Brigham Young University-Idaho. Get started with the following essential facts.
Brigham Young University-Idaho is in Rexburg, ID.
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Online Class Availability at Brigham Young University-Idaho
Online coursework is an option at Brigham Young University-Idaho. Of 45,585 students, 25,139 (55%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 14,323 (31%) took at least some classes online.
Engineering Rankings at Brigham Young University-Idaho
These rankings give you a sense of how Brigham Young University-Idaho’s Engineering program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Idaho | #1 of 6 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Idaho | #2 of 6 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #3 of 32 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #21 of 32 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #99 of 679 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #428 of 681 |
Earnings for Engineering Graduates from Brigham Young University-Idaho
Those who finish Brigham Young University-Idaho’s Engineering program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $63,199 |
| 2 years | $63,037 |
| 3 years | $72,331 |
| 4 years | $78,329 |
| 5 years | $86,933 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, Engineering graduates from Brigham Young University-Idaho report median earnings of $78,329, compared with $46,835 for all Brigham Young University-Idaho graduates — about 67% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Engineering graduates from Brigham Young University-Idaho is $15,748.
Highest-Paying Careers for Engineering Graduates
Those who complete Engineering program at Brigham Young University-Idaho work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks the top-paying careers for Engineering majors, 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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