Engineering at Liberty University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Engineering, take a look at what Liberty University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Liberty University is located in Lynchburg, VA.
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Studying Online at Liberty University
Online coursework is an option at Liberty University. Of 104,327 students, 88,309 (85%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 7,616 (7%) took at least some classes online.
Engineering Rankings at Liberty University
Use these rankings to compare Liberty University’s Engineering program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Virginia | #22 of 23 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Virginia | #23 of 23 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #122 of 136 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #125 of 136 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #613 of 679 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #645 of 681 |
Earnings for Engineering Graduates from Liberty University
Graduates of Liberty 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 | $60,221 |
| 2 years | $69,215 |
| 3 years | $73,900 |
| 4 years | $83,377 |
| 5 years | $96,803 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Engineering graduates from Liberty University take home a median $83,377, compared with $50,359 for all Liberty University graduates — about 66% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Engineering graduates from Liberty University stands at $26,950.
Top-Paying Careers for Engineering Graduates
Graduates of the Engineering program at Liberty University go on to a range of careers. 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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