Computer Engineering at Brigham Young University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Computer Engineering, take a look at what Brigham Young University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Brigham Young University is in Provo, UT.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 62 computer engineering graduations were recorded at Brigham Young University.
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Studying Online at Brigham Young University
Distance learning is available at Brigham Young University. Among 35,873 students, 898 (3%) studied exclusively online and 11,887 (33%) took at least some classes online.
Computer Engineering Rankings at Brigham Young University
These rankings give you a sense of how Brigham Young University’s Computer Engineering program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #1 of 13 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Utah | #1 of 6 |
| Best Value | Utah | #6 of 6 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #8 of 13 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #26 of 230 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #52 of 229 |
Earnings for Computer Engineering Graduates from Brigham Young University
Students who complete Brigham Young University’s Computer 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 | $74,326 |
| 2 years | $87,604 |
| 3 years | $103,770 |
| 4 years | $127,592 |
| 5 years | $146,934 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Computer Engineering graduates from Brigham Young University report median earnings of $127,592, compared with $66,875 for all Brigham Young University graduates — about 91% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Computer Engineering graduates from Brigham Young University comes in at $10,750.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the diversity of Computer Engineering graduates at Brigham Young University, by degree type.
Program-wide, Computer Engineering graduates at Brigham Young University are 19% women (12) and 81% men (50).
Computer Engineering Bachelor’s Program at Brigham Young University
Of the 62 bachelor’s computer engineering degrees awarded at Brigham Young University, 19% were women (12) and 81% were men (50).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Computer Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at Brigham Young University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 45 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 6 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 6 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 16% of Computer Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at Brigham Young University, lower than the national average of 45%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Computer Engineering Concentrations at Brigham Young University
This Computer Engineering program at Brigham Young University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Computer Engineering | 9 |
| Software Engineering | 53 |
Top-Paying Careers for Computer Engineering Graduates
Those who complete Computer Engineering program at Brigham Young University pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the highest-paying careers for Computer Engineering graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Database Architects | $148,480 |
| Telecommunications Engineering Specialists | $117,478 |
| Data Warehousing Specialists | $117,424 |
| Architectural and Engineering Managers | $101,277 |
| Biofuels/Biodiesel Technology and Product Development Managers | $89,263 |
| Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers | $80,062 |
| Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary | $79,889 |
| Software Developers | $76,447 |
| Computer Hardware Engineers | $63,909 |
| Computer Network Architects | $63,411 |
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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