Computer Engineering at University of Utah
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University of Utah is located in Salt Lake City, UT.
During the most recent reporting year, 72 computer engineering graduations were recorded at University of Utah.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Utah
Online coursework is an option at University of Utah. Among 36,894 students, 2,249 (6%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 15,066 (41%) took at least some classes online.
Computer Engineering Rankings at University of Utah
Rankings can help you compare University of Utah’s Computer Engineering program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #3 of 13 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Utah | #3 of 6 |
| Best Value | Utah | #5 of 6 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #7 of 13 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #43 of 229 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #82 of 230 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #3 of 13 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Utah | #3 of 6 |
| Best Value | Utah | #5 of 6 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #7 of 13 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #43 of 229 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #82 of 230 |
Earnings for Computer Engineering Graduates from University of Utah
Graduates of University of Utah’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 | $71,337 |
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Computer Engineering graduates from University of Utah comes in at $19,375.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the student demographics for Computer Engineering graduates at University of Utah, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Computer Engineering graduates at University of Utah are 26% women (19) and 74% men (53).
Computer Engineering Bachelor’s Program at University of Utah
Among the 32 bachelor’s computer engineering graduates at University of Utah, 19% were women (6) and 81% were men (26).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Computer Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Utah.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 18 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
| Asian | 6 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 34% of Computer Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Utah, lower than the national average of 45%.*
Computer Engineering Master’s Program at University of Utah
Of the 40 master’s computer engineering graduates at University of Utah, 32% were women (13) and 68% were men (27).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Computer Engineering master’s degree recipients at University of Utah.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 13 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 20 |
Minority students account for 18% of Computer Engineering master’s degree recipients at University of Utah, 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 Utah
The Computer Engineering program at University of Utah includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Computer Engineering | 32 |
| Software Engineering | 40 |
Best-Paid Careers for Computer Engineering Graduates
Students who finish Computer Engineering program at University of Utah work across a variety of fields. Here are the highest-paying 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
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