Engineering at Franklin W Olin College of Engineering
If you are interested in studying Engineering, consider the program at Franklin W Olin College of Engineering. Get started with the following essential facts.
Franklin W Olin College of Engineering sits in Needham, MA.
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Online & Distance Learning at Franklin W Olin College of Engineering
Franklin W Olin College of Engineering primarily offers on-campus instruction; distance-education enrollment is limited.
Engineering Rankings at Franklin W Olin College of Engineering
Use these rankings to compare Franklin W Olin College of Engineering’s Engineering program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #4 of 46 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #13 of 46 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #62 of 681 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #448 of 679 |
Earnings for Engineering Graduates from Franklin W Olin College of Engineering
Students who complete Franklin W Olin College of Engineering’s Engineering program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $91,352 |
| 2 years | $76,611 |
| 3 years | $95,573 |
| 4 years | $107,865 |
| 5 years | $117,542 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Engineering graduates from Franklin W Olin College of Engineering take home a median $107,865, compared with $107,865 for all Franklin W Olin College of Engineering graduates — about 0% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Engineering graduates from Franklin W Olin College of Engineering is $14,512.
Highest-Paying Careers for Engineering Graduates
Those who complete Engineering program at Franklin W Olin College of Engineering pursue many career paths. Below are the highest-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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