Engineering at Fort Lewis College
If you plan to study Engineering, take a look at what Fort Lewis College. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Fort Lewis College sits in Durango, CO.
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Studying Online at Fort Lewis College
Many students take online classes at Fort Lewis College. Among 3,544 students, 56 (2%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 725 (20%) took at least some classes online.
Engineering Rankings at Fort Lewis College
Rankings can help you compare Fort Lewis College’s Engineering program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Colorado | #6 of 12 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Colorado | #11 of 12 |
Earnings for Engineering Graduates from Fort Lewis College
Those who finish Fort Lewis College’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 | $54,481 |
| 2 years | $54,209 |
| 4 years | $73,037 |
| 5 years | $74,411 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Engineering graduates from Fort Lewis College report median earnings of $73,037, compared with $40,127 for all Fort Lewis College graduates — about 82% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Engineering graduates from Fort Lewis College comes in at $28,450.
Best-Paid Careers for Engineering Graduates
Students who finish Engineering program at Fort Lewis College pursue many career paths. The table below ranks 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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