Electrical Engineering at University of West Florida
If you are interested in studying Electrical Engineering, you may want to check out the program at University of West Florida. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of West Florida is located in Pensacola, FL.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 25 electrical engineering degrees were awarded at University of West Florida.
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Studying Online at University of West Florida
Many students take online classes at University of West Florida. Of 14,822 students, 7,238 (49%) studied exclusively online and 5,222 (35%) took at least some classes online.
Electrical Engineering Rankings at University of West Florida
Use these rankings to compare University of West Florida’s Electrical Engineering program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Florida | #4 of 14 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #4 of 63 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Florida | #9 of 14 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #32 of 309 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #36 of 63 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #233 of 310 |
Earnings for Electrical Engineering Graduates from University of West Florida
Students who complete University of West Florida’s Electrical 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 | $62,119 |
| 2 years | $61,172 |
| 3 years | $71,579 |
| 4 years | $78,949 |
| 5 years | $92,915 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Electrical Engineering graduates from University of West Florida earn a median of $78,949, compared with $50,198 for all University of West Florida graduates — about 57% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Electrical Engineering graduates from University of West Florida comes in at $17,978.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the student demographics for Electrical Engineering graduates at University of West Florida, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Electrical Engineering graduates at University of West Florida are 12% women (3) and 88% men (22).
Electrical Engineering Bachelor’s Program at University of West Florida
Among the 25 bachelor’s electrical engineering graduates at University of West Florida, 12% were women (3) and 88% were men (22).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Electrical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at University of West Florida.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 21 |
| Asian | 3 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Minority students account for 16% of Electrical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at University of West Florida, below the national average of 42%.*
*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 University of West Florida
This Electrical Engineering program at University of West Florida includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Electrical Engineering | 25 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Electrical Engineering Graduates
Graduates of the Electrical Engineering program at University of West Florida work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks the top-paying careers for Electrical Engineering majors, 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.