Engineering at West Virginia University Institute of Technology
If you are interested in studying Engineering, you may want to check out the program at West Virginia University Institute of Technology. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
West Virginia University Institute of Technology is located in Beckley, WV.
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Online & Distance Learning at West Virginia University Institute of Technology
Many students take online classes at West Virginia University Institute of Technology. Of 1,278 students, 330 (26%) studied exclusively online and 516 (40%) took at least some classes online.
Engineering Rankings at West Virginia University Institute of Technology
Rankings can help you compare West Virginia University Institute of Technology’s Engineering program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #49 of 136 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #123 of 136 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #242 of 679 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #647 of 681 |
Earnings for Engineering Graduates from West Virginia University Institute of Technology
Those who finish West Virginia University Institute of Technology’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 | $65,913 |
| 2 years | $63,805 |
| 3 years | $71,638 |
| 4 years | $81,292 |
| 5 years | $90,952 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Engineering graduates from West Virginia University Institute of Technology earn a median of $81,292, compared with $58,912 for all West Virginia University Institute of Technology graduates — about 38% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Engineering graduates from West Virginia University Institute of Technology stands at $24,075.
Best-Paid Careers for Engineering Graduates
Those who complete Engineering program at West Virginia University Institute of Technology work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks the best-paid 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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