Engineering at Eastern Washington University
If you plan to study Engineering, consider the program at Eastern Washington University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Eastern Washington University is located in Cheney, WA.
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Online & Distance Learning at Eastern Washington University
Online coursework is an option at Eastern Washington University. Of 10,492 students, 3,572 (34%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 3,080 (29%) took at least some classes online.
Engineering Rankings at Eastern Washington University
Use these rankings to compare Eastern Washington University’s Engineering program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Washington | #10 of 17 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Washington | #16 of 17 |
Earnings for Engineering Graduates from Eastern Washington University
Graduates of Eastern Washington University’s Engineering program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $58,374 |
| 2 years | $57,794 |
| 3 years | $64,414 |
| 4 years | $71,602 |
| 5 years | $83,935 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Engineering graduates from Eastern Washington University earn a median of $71,602, compared with $55,679 for all Eastern Washington University graduates — about 29% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Engineering graduates from Eastern Washington University comes in at $27,956.
Best-Paid Careers for Engineering Graduates
Graduates of the Engineering program at Eastern Washington University go on to a range of careers. Here are the best-paid 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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