Electrical Engineering at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
If you plan to study Electrical Engineering, consider the program at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee is located in Milwaukee, WI.
During the most recent reporting year, 37 electrical engineering degrees were granted at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Distance learning is available at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. Among 22,450 students, 3,134 (14%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 11,401 (51%) took at least some classes online.
Electrical Engineering Rankings at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Use these rankings to compare University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee’s Electrical Engineering program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Wisconsin | #2 of 5 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Wisconsin | #5 of 5 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #26 of 46 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #43 of 46 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #161 of 309 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #271 of 310 |
Earnings for Electrical Engineering Graduates from University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Students who complete University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee’s Electrical Engineering program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $65,770 |
| 2 years | $67,812 |
| 3 years | $72,895 |
| 4 years | $81,168 |
| 5 years | $89,916 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Electrical Engineering graduates from University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee take home a median $81,168, compared with $56,986 for all University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee graduates — about 42% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Electrical Engineering graduates from University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee comes in at $32,498.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the composition of Electrical Engineering graduates at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, by degree type.
Program-wide, Electrical Engineering graduates at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee are 16% women (6) and 84% men (31).
Electrical Engineering Bachelor’s Program at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Of the 37 bachelor’s electrical engineering degrees awarded at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, 16% were women (6) and 84% were men (31).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Electrical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 22 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 5 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 3 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 30% of Electrical Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, lower than the national average of 42%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Electrical Engineering Concentrations at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
The Electrical Engineering program at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Electrical Engineering | 37 |
Top-Paying Careers for Electrical Engineering Graduates
Graduates of the Electrical Engineering program at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee work across a variety of fields. Here are the top-paying careers for Electrical Engineering graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Engineers, All Other | $136,628 |
| Electrical Engineers | $127,814 |
| Electronics Engineers, Except Computer | $122,969 |
| Solar Energy Systems Engineers | $116,775 |
| Mechatronics Engineers | $115,569 |
| Microsystems Engineers | $104,558 |
| Architectural and Engineering Managers | $101,277 |
| Wind Energy Engineers | $98,460 |
| Biofuels/Biodiesel Technology and Product Development Managers | $89,263 |
| Photonics Engineers | $84,667 |
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.