Petroleum Engineering at University of Wyoming
If you plan to study Petroleum Engineering, consider the program at University of Wyoming. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, WY.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 26 petroleum engineering degrees were granted at University of Wyoming.
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Studying Online at University of Wyoming
Online coursework is an option at University of Wyoming. Of 10,813 students, 2,268 (21%) studied exclusively online and 4,532 (42%) took at least some classes online.
Petroleum Engineering Rankings at University of Wyoming
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Wyoming’s Petroleum Engineering program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Wyoming | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #1 of 3 |
| Best Value | Wyoming | #1 of 1 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #2 of 3 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #2 of 17 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #11 of 17 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Wyoming | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #1 of 3 |
| Best Value | Wyoming | #1 of 1 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #2 of 3 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #2 of 17 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #11 of 17 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Wyoming | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #1 of 3 |
| Best Value | Wyoming | #1 of 1 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #2 of 3 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #2 of 17 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #11 of 17 |
Earnings for Petroleum Engineering Graduates from University of Wyoming
Graduates of University of Wyoming’s Petroleum Engineering program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $77,157 |
| 2 years | $73,949 |
| 3 years | $92,872 |
| 4 years | $89,957 |
| 5 years | $108,773 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, Petroleum Engineering graduates from University of Wyoming earn a median of $89,957, compared with $58,250 for all University of Wyoming graduates — about 54% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Petroleum Engineering graduates from University of Wyoming is $24,638.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for Petroleum Engineering graduates at University of Wyoming, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Petroleum Engineering graduates at University of Wyoming are 19% women (5) and 81% men (21).
Petroleum Engineering Bachelor’s Program at University of Wyoming
Among the 14 bachelor’s petroleum engineering graduates at University of Wyoming, 14% were women (2) and 86% were men (12).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Petroleum Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Wyoming.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 5 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 3 |
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 5 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 29% of Petroleum Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Wyoming, lower than the national average of 32%.*
Petroleum Engineering Master’s Program at University of Wyoming
Of the 4 master’s petroleum engineering graduates at University of Wyoming, 25% were women (1) and 75% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Petroleum Engineering master’s degree recipients at University of Wyoming.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
Petroleum Engineering Doctoral Program at University of Wyoming
Among the 8 doctoral petroleum engineering graduates at University of Wyoming, 25% were women (2) and 75% were men (6).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Petroleum Engineering doctoral degree recipients at University of Wyoming.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| International (Nonresident) | 7 |
| Unknown | 1 |
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Petroleum Engineering Concentrations at University of Wyoming
The Petroleum Engineering program at University of Wyoming includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Petroleum Engineering | 26 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Petroleum Engineering Graduates
Students who finish Petroleum Engineering program at University of Wyoming go on to a range of careers. Here are the top-paying careers for Petroleum Engineering majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Petroleum Engineers | $137,336 |
| Architectural and Engineering Managers | $101,277 |
| Biofuels/Biodiesel Technology and Product Development Managers | $89,263 |
| Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary | $79,889 |
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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