Engineering at Virginia State University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Engineering, you may want to check out the program at Virginia State University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Virginia State University is located in Petersburg, VA.
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Studying Online at Virginia State University
Many students take online classes at Virginia State University. Among 5,605 students, 190 (3%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 131 (2%) took at least some classes online.
Earnings for Engineering Graduates from Virginia State University
Graduates of Virginia State University’s Engineering program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $53,571 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Engineering Graduates
Those who complete Engineering program at Virginia State University work across a variety of fields. Below are the highest-paying careers for Engineering majors, 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
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