Computer Engineering at University of Illinois Chicago
If you plan to study Computer Engineering, you may want to check out the program at University of Illinois Chicago. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Illinois Chicago is in Chicago, IL.
During the most recent reporting year, 54 computer engineering graduations were recorded at University of Illinois Chicago.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Illinois Chicago
Distance learning is available at University of Illinois Chicago. Among 33,906 students, 4,153 (12%) studied exclusively online and 18,836 (56%) took at least some classes online.
Computer Engineering Rankings at University of Illinois Chicago
Use these rankings to compare University of Illinois Chicago’s Computer Engineering program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Illinois | #2 of 8 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #6 of 8 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #7 of 44 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #22 of 44 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #53 of 229 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #152 of 230 |
Earnings for Computer Engineering Graduates from University of Illinois Chicago
Students who complete University of Illinois Chicago’s Computer 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 | $67,853 |
| 2 years | $64,493 |
| 3 years | $61,896 |
| 4 years | $75,299 |
| 5 years | $80,522 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, Computer Engineering graduates from University of Illinois Chicago earn a median of $75,299, compared with $73,881 for all University of Illinois Chicago graduates — about 2% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Computer Engineering graduates from University of Illinois Chicago comes in at $22,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the diversity of Computer Engineering graduates at University of Illinois Chicago, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Computer Engineering graduates at University of Illinois Chicago are 11% women (6) and 89% men (48).
Computer Engineering Bachelor’s Program at University of Illinois Chicago
Of the 54 bachelor’s computer engineering degrees awarded at University of Illinois Chicago, 11% were women (6) and 89% were men (48).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Computer Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Illinois Chicago.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 16 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 9 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 15 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 11 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 50% of Computer Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Illinois Chicago, higher than the national average of 45%.*
*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 Illinois Chicago
This Computer Engineering program at University of Illinois Chicago includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Computer Engineering | 54 |
Top-Paying Careers for Computer Engineering Graduates
Graduates of the Computer Engineering program at University of Illinois Chicago work across a variety of fields. Here are the best-paid careers for Computer Engineering graduates, 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.