Engineering at Dordt University
If you plan to study Engineering, you may want to check out the program at Dordt University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Dordt University sits in Sioux Center, IA.
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Studying Online at Dordt University
Online coursework is an option at Dordt University. Among 1,952 students, 342 (18%) studied exclusively online and 283 (14%) took at least some classes online.
Engineering Rankings at Dordt University
Rankings can help you compare Dordt University’s Engineering program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Iowa | #7 of 7 |
| Best Value | Iowa | #7 of 7 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #43 of 49 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #49 of 49 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #576 of 679 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #651 of 681 |
Earnings for Engineering Graduates from Dordt University
Those who finish Dordt University’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 | $61,563 |
| 2 years | $58,203 |
| 3 years | $65,494 |
| 4 years | $69,444 |
| 5 years | $82,623 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Engineering graduates from Dordt University report median earnings of $69,444, compared with $47,822 for all Dordt University graduates — about 45% higher than the school-wide median.
Top-Paying Careers for Engineering Graduates
Those who complete Engineering program at Dordt University pursue many career paths. Here are the best-paid careers for Engineering graduates, 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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