Environmental Engineering at California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt
If you plan to study Environmental Engineering, take a look at what California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt is located in Arcata, CA.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 20 environmental engineering degrees were granted at California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt.
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Online Class Availability at California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt
Distance learning is available at California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt. Of 6,237 students, 548 (9%) studied exclusively online and 2,932 (47%) took at least some classes online.
Environmental Engineering Rankings at California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt
These rankings give you a sense of how California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt’s Environmental Engineering program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | California | #5 of 11 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #6 of 15 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #11 of 11 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #15 of 15 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #25 of 80 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #78 of 80 |
Earnings for Environmental Engineering Graduates from California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt
Those who finish California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt’s Environmental Engineering program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $51,856 |
| 2 years | $48,265 |
| 3 years | $60,145 |
| 4 years | $71,510 |
| 5 years | $81,168 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, Environmental Engineering graduates from California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt report median earnings of $71,510, compared with $44,237 for all California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt graduates — about 62% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Environmental Engineering graduates from California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt comes in at $24,350.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the student demographics for Environmental Engineering graduates at California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt, by degree type.
Program-wide, Environmental Engineering graduates at California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt are 30% women (6) and 70% men (14).
Environmental Engineering Bachelor’s Program at California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt
Of the 20 bachelor’s environmental engineering degrees awarded at California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt, 30% were women (6) and 70% were men (14).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Environmental Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 10 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 5 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Minority students account for 40% of Environmental Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt, higher than the national average of 31%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Environmental Engineering Concentrations at California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt
This Environmental Engineering program at California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Environmental Engineering | 20 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Environmental Engineering Graduates
Students who finish Environmental Engineering program at California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt pursue many career paths. Here are the best-paid careers for Environmental Engineering graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Fire-Prevention and Protection Engineers | $122,967 |
| Health and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers and Inspectors | $122,201 |
| Architectural and Engineering Managers | $101,277 |
| Biofuels/Biodiesel Technology and Product Development Managers | $89,263 |
| Environmental Engineers | $79,896 |
| Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary | $79,889 |
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.