Electrical Engineering at Central Michigan University
If you plan to study Electrical Engineering, take a look at what Central Michigan University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Central Michigan University is in Mount Pleasant, MI.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 18 electrical engineering degrees were granted at Central Michigan University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Central Michigan University
Distance learning is available at Central Michigan University. Of 14,488 students, 3,356 (23%) studied exclusively online and 5,044 (35%) took at least some classes online.
Electrical Engineering Rankings at Central Michigan University
These rankings give you a sense of how Central Michigan University’s Electrical Engineering program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Michigan | #7 of 12 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Michigan | #12 of 12 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #22 of 46 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #42 of 46 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #155 of 309 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #264 of 310 |
Earnings for Electrical Engineering Graduates from Central Michigan University
Students who complete Central Michigan University’s Electrical 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 | $69,477 |
| 2 years | $74,367 |
| 3 years | $81,249 |
| 4 years | $88,286 |
| 5 years | $98,443 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Electrical Engineering graduates from Central Michigan University report median earnings of $88,286, compared with $61,603 for all Central Michigan University graduates — about 43% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Electrical Engineering graduates from Central Michigan University is $30,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the composition of Electrical Engineering graduates at Central Michigan University, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Electrical Engineering graduates at Central Michigan University are 11% women (2) and 89% men (16).
Electrical Engineering Bachelor’s Program at Central Michigan University
Among the 18 bachelor’s electrical engineering degrees awarded at Central Michigan University, 11% were women (2) and 89% were men (16).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Electrical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at Central Michigan University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 11 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 4 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 17% of Electrical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at Central Michigan 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 Central Michigan University
This Electrical Engineering program at Central Michigan University breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Electrical Engineering | 18 |
Top-Paying Careers for Electrical Engineering Graduates
Students who finish Electrical Engineering program at Central Michigan University work across a variety of fields. Below are the highest-paying 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.