Engineering at Lake Superior State University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Engineering, you may want to check out the program at Lake Superior State University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Lake Superior State University is located in Sault Ste Marie, MI.
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Online & Distance Learning at Lake Superior State University
Many students take online classes at Lake Superior State University. Of 1,567 students, 128 (8%) studied exclusively online and 521 (33%) took at least some classes online.
Engineering Rankings at Lake Superior State University
Rankings can help you compare Lake Superior State University’s Engineering program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Michigan | #11 of 26 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Michigan | #17 of 26 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #41 of 100 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #60 of 100 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #324 of 679 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #363 of 681 |
Associate-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Michigan | #11 of 26 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Michigan | #17 of 26 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #41 of 100 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #60 of 100 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #324 of 679 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #363 of 681 |
Earnings for Engineering Graduates from Lake Superior State University
Those who finish Lake Superior State University’s Engineering program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $68,914 |
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Engineering graduates from Lake Superior State University is $26,901.
Highest-Paying Careers for Engineering Graduates
Graduates of the Engineering program at Lake Superior State University go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the top-paying 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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