Engineering at Trine University
If you are interested in studying Engineering, consider the program at Trine University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Trine University is in Angola, IN.
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Online Class Availability at Trine University
Many students take online classes at Trine University. Of 4,646 students, 279 (6%) studied exclusively online and 1,158 (25%) took at least some classes online.
Engineering Rankings at Trine University
Rankings can help you compare Trine University’s Engineering program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Indiana | #12 of 14 |
| Best Value | Indiana | #12 of 14 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #87 of 100 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #94 of 100 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #573 of 679 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #624 of 681 |
Earnings for Engineering Graduates from Trine University
Graduates of Trine 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 | $64,313 |
| 2 years | $65,728 |
| 3 years | $69,525 |
| 4 years | $76,897 |
| 5 years | $84,653 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Engineering graduates from Trine University report median earnings of $76,897, compared with $61,510 for all Trine University graduates — about 25% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Engineering graduates from Trine University is $27,000.
Best-Paid Careers for Engineering Graduates
Graduates of the Engineering program at Trine University pursue many career paths. Below are the best-paid 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.