Engineering at University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth
If you are interested in studying Engineering, consider the program at University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth. Get started with the following essential facts.
University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth is in North Dartmouth, MA.
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Online Class Availability at University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth
Online coursework is an option at University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth. Among 7,968 students, 1,690 (21%) studied exclusively online and 751 (9%) took at least some classes online.
Engineering Rankings at University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth
Rankings can help you compare University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth’s Engineering program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #14 of 23 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #19 of 23 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #22 of 46 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #37 of 46 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #469 of 681 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #479 of 679 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #14 of 23 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #19 of 23 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #22 of 46 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #37 of 46 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #469 of 681 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #479 of 679 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #22 of 46 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #37 of 46 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #469 of 681 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #479 of 679 |
Earnings for Engineering Graduates from University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth
Those who finish University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth’s 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 | $60,363 |
| 2 years | $58,315 |
| 3 years | $72,600 |
| 4 years | $80,682 |
| 5 years | $87,202 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Engineering graduates from University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth take home a median $80,682, compared with $65,700 for all University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth graduates — about 23% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Engineering graduates from University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth is $27,700.
Best-Paid Careers for Engineering Graduates
Students who finish Engineering program at University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks the highest-paying 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.