Electrical Engineering at Purdue University Northwest
If you are interested in studying Electrical Engineering, consider the program at Purdue University Northwest. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Purdue University Northwest is located in Hammond, IN.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 35 electrical engineering graduations were recorded at Purdue University Northwest.
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Online & Distance Learning at Purdue University Northwest
Distance learning is available at Purdue University Northwest. Among 9,051 students, 663 (7%) studied exclusively online and 1,851 (20%) took at least some classes online.
Electrical Engineering Rankings at Purdue University Northwest
These rankings give you a sense of how Purdue University Northwest’s Electrical Engineering program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Indiana | #1 of 9 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #2 of 46 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Indiana | #5 of 9 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #34 of 46 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #40 of 309 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #239 of 310 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Indiana | #1 of 9 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #2 of 46 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Indiana | #5 of 9 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #34 of 46 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #40 of 309 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #239 of 310 |
Earnings for Electrical Engineering Graduates from Purdue University Northwest
Graduates of Purdue University Northwest’s Electrical Engineering program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $68,723 |
| 2 years | $72,796 |
| 3 years | $83,022 |
| 5 years | $90,673 |
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Electrical Engineering graduates from Purdue University Northwest comes in at $26,471.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the student demographics for Electrical Engineering graduates at Purdue University Northwest, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Electrical Engineering graduates at Purdue University Northwest are 11% women (4) and 89% men (31).
Electrical Engineering Bachelor’s Program at Purdue University Northwest
Of the 29 bachelor’s electrical engineering graduates at Purdue University Northwest, 10% were women (3) and 90% were men (26).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Electrical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at Purdue University Northwest.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 15 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 5 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 5 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 28% of Electrical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at Purdue University Northwest, lower than the national average of 42%.*
Electrical Engineering Master’s Program at Purdue University Northwest
Of the 6 master’s electrical engineering degrees awarded at Purdue University Northwest, 17% were women (1) and 83% were men (5).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Electrical Engineering master’s degree recipients at Purdue University Northwest.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 5 |
Minority students account for 17% of Electrical Engineering master’s degree recipients at Purdue University Northwest, below the national average of 20%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Electrical Engineering Concentrations at Purdue University Northwest
The Electrical Engineering program at Purdue University Northwest offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Electrical Engineering | 35 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Electrical Engineering Graduates
Those who complete Electrical Engineering program at Purdue University Northwest work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks the best-paid careers for Electrical Engineering graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Engineers, All Other | $136,628 |
| Electrical Engineers | $127,814 |
| Electronics Engineers, Except Computer | $122,969 |
| Solar Energy Systems Engineers | $116,775 |
| Mechatronics Engineers | $115,569 |
| Microsystems Engineers | $104,558 |
| Architectural and Engineering Managers | $101,277 |
| Wind Energy Engineers | $98,460 |
| Biofuels/Biodiesel Technology and Product Development Managers | $89,263 |
| Photonics Engineers | $84,667 |
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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