Engineering Technologies at Idaho State University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Engineering Technologies, consider the program at Idaho State University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Idaho State University is in Pocatello, ID.
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Online Class Availability at Idaho State University
Distance learning is available at Idaho State University. Among 13,061 students, 2,515 (19%) studied exclusively online and 4,627 (35%) took at least some classes online.
Engineering Technologies Rankings at Idaho State University
Rankings can help you compare Idaho State University’s Engineering Technologies program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #10 of 29 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #24 of 30 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #186 of 854 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #642 of 852 |
Associate-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Idaho | #2 of 4 |
| Best Value | Idaho | #4 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #10 of 29 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #24 of 30 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #186 of 854 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #642 of 852 |
Earnings for Engineering Technologies Graduates from Idaho State University
Graduates of Idaho State University’s Engineering Technologies program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $59,309 |
| 2 years | $54,986 |
| 3 years | $64,676 |
| 4 years | $71,373 |
| 5 years | $80,143 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Engineering Technologies graduates from Idaho State University take home a median $71,373, compared with $53,326 for all Idaho State University graduates — about 34% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Engineering Technologies graduates from Idaho State University is $14,930.
Best-Paid Careers for Engineering Technologies Graduates
Those who complete Engineering Technologies program at Idaho State University work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks the top-paying careers for Engineering Technologies graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Engineers, All Other | $136,628 |
| Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians | $134,632 |
| Human Factors Engineers and Ergonomists | $128,495 |
| Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other | $121,642 |
| Computer Programmers | $109,892 |
| Electrical and Electronics Drafters | $109,781 |
| Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians | $108,923 |
| Photonics Technicians | $106,964 |
| Wind Energy Engineers | $98,460 |
| Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Powerhouse, Substation, and Relay | $89,975 |
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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