Computer Engineering at University of Arkansas
If you plan to study Computer Engineering, you may want to check out the program at University of Arkansas. Get started with the following essential facts.
University of Arkansas is located in Fayetteville, AR.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 32 computer engineering degrees were awarded at University of Arkansas.
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Online Class Availability at University of Arkansas
Many students take online classes at University of Arkansas. Of 33,610 students, 3,371 (10%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 8,312 (25%) took at least some classes online.
Computer Engineering Rankings at University of Arkansas
Use these rankings to compare University of Arkansas’s Computer Engineering program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Arkansas | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Arkansas | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #26 of 46 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #32 of 46 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #121 of 229 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #172 of 230 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Arkansas | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Arkansas | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #26 of 46 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #32 of 46 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #121 of 229 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #172 of 230 |
Earnings for Computer Engineering Graduates from University of Arkansas
Graduates of University of Arkansas’s Computer Engineering program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $67,024 |
| 2 years | $71,015 |
| 3 years | $75,031 |
| 4 years | $103,783 |
| 5 years | $114,783 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Computer Engineering graduates from University of Arkansas report median earnings of $103,783, compared with $63,458 for all University of Arkansas graduates — about 64% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Computer Engineering graduates from University of Arkansas is $26,500.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of Computer Engineering graduates at University of Arkansas, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Computer Engineering graduates at University of Arkansas are 6% women (2) and 94% men (30).
Computer Engineering Bachelor’s Program at University of Arkansas
Of the 24 bachelor’s computer engineering degrees awarded at University of Arkansas, 4% were women (1) and 96% were men (23).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Computer Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Arkansas.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 12 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 6 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 4 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Minority students account for 50% of Computer Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Arkansas, above the national average of 45%.*
Computer Engineering Master’s Program at University of Arkansas
Of the 8 master’s computer engineering degrees awarded at University of Arkansas, 12% were women (1) and 88% were men (7).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Computer Engineering master’s degree recipients at University of Arkansas.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 12% of Computer Engineering master’s degree recipients at University of Arkansas, higher than the national average of 12%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Computer Engineering Concentrations at University of Arkansas
The Computer Engineering program at University of Arkansas includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Computer Engineering | 32 |
Top-Paying Careers for Computer Engineering Graduates
Those who complete Computer Engineering program at University of Arkansas work across a variety of fields. Below are the top-paying careers for Computer Engineering majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Database Architects | $148,480 |
| Telecommunications Engineering Specialists | $117,478 |
| Data Warehousing Specialists | $117,424 |
| Architectural and Engineering Managers | $101,277 |
| Biofuels/Biodiesel Technology and Product Development Managers | $89,263 |
| Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers | $80,062 |
| Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary | $79,889 |
| Software Developers | $76,447 |
| Computer Hardware Engineers | $63,909 |
| Computer Network Architects | $63,411 |
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.