Industrial Engineering at Oakland University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Industrial Engineering, consider the program at Oakland University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Oakland University is in Rochester Hills, MI.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 16 industrial engineering graduations were recorded at Oakland University.
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Studying Online at Oakland University
Distance learning is available at Oakland University. Of 15,768 students, 1,399 (9%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 6,791 (43%) took at least some classes online.
Industrial Engineering Rankings at Oakland University
Rankings can help you compare Oakland University’s Industrial Engineering program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Michigan | #2 of 7 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Michigan | #6 of 7 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #8 of 23 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #16 of 23 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #30 of 102 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #81 of 102 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Michigan | #2 of 7 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Michigan | #6 of 7 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #8 of 23 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #16 of 23 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #30 of 102 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #81 of 102 |
Earnings for Industrial Engineering Graduates from Oakland University
Those who finish Oakland University’s Industrial Engineering program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $71,468 |
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Industrial Engineering graduates from Oakland University is $29,750.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of Industrial Engineering graduates at Oakland University, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Industrial Engineering graduates at Oakland University are 50% women (8) and 50% men (8).
Industrial Engineering Bachelor’s Program at Oakland University
Of the 12 bachelor’s industrial engineering degrees awarded at Oakland University, 50% were women (6) and 50% were men (6).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Industrial Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at Oakland University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 9 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Minority students account for 8% of Industrial Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at Oakland University, lower than the national average of 36%.*
Industrial Engineering Master’s Program at Oakland University
Of the 4 master’s industrial engineering degrees awarded at Oakland University, 50% were women (2) and 50% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Industrial Engineering master’s degree recipients at Oakland University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Industrial Engineering Concentrations at Oakland University
The Industrial Engineering program at Oakland University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Industrial Engineering | 16 |
Top-Paying Careers for Industrial Engineering Graduates
Those who complete Industrial Engineering program at Oakland University go on to a range of careers. Here are the highest-paying careers for Industrial Engineering majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Biofuels Production Managers | $164,096 |
| Geothermal Production Managers | $160,381 |
| Biomass Power Plant Managers | $146,025 |
| Human Factors Engineers and Ergonomists | $128,495 |
| Industrial Production Managers | $126,666 |
| Industrial Engineers | $120,863 |
| Quality Control Systems Managers | $108,531 |
| Architectural and Engineering Managers | $101,277 |
| Manufacturing Engineers | $91,427 |
| Hydroelectric Production Managers | $91,208 |
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.