Engineering Science
Types of Degrees Engineering Science Majors Are Getting
The following table lists how many engineering science graduations there were for each degree level during the last year for which data was available.
Education Level | Number of Grads |
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Bachelor’s Degree | 501 |
Master’s Degree | 364 |
Associate Degree | 344 |
Doctor’s Degree | 124 |
Graduate Certificate | 4 |
Basic Certificate | 1 |
What Engineering Science Majors Need to Know
People with careers related to engineering science were asked what knowledge areas, skills, and abilities were important for their jobs. They weighted these areas on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the highest.
Knowledge Areas for Engineering Science Majors
This major prepares you for careers in which these knowledge areas are important:
- Engineering and Technology - Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.
- Mathematics - Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
- English Language - Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
- Design - Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
- Computers and Electronics - Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
Skills for Engineering Science Majors
The following list of skills has been highlighted as some of the most essential for careers related to engineering science:
- Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
- Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
- Speaking - Talking to others to convey information effectively.
- Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
- Writing - Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
Abilities for Engineering Science Majors
Some of the most crucial abilities to master while a engineering science student include the following:
- Written Comprehension - The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
- Deductive Reasoning - The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
- Oral Comprehension - The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
- Oral Expression - The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
- Written Expression - The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand.
What Can You Do With a Engineering Science Major?
Below is a list of occupations associated with engineering science:
Job Title | Job Growth Rate | Median Salary |
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Architectural and Engineering Managers | 5.5% | $140,760 |
Biofuels/Biodiesel Technology and Product Development Managers | 5.5% | $140,760 |
Engineering Professors | 14.7% | $101,720 |
Solar Energy Systems Engineers | 6.4% | $96,980 |
Validation Engineers | 6.4% | $96,980 |
Wind Energy Engineers | 6.4% | $96,980 |
Who Is Getting a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering Science?
Racial-Ethnic Diversity
At the countrywide level, the racial-ethnic distribution of engineering science majors is as follows:
Race/Ethnicity | Number of Grads |
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Asian | 58 |
Black or African American | 41 |
Hispanic or Latino | 67 |
White | 243 |
International Students | 55 |
Other Races/Ethnicities | 37 |
Geographic Diversity
Americans aren’t the only ones with an interest in Engineering Science. About 11.0% of those with this major are international students.
Amount of Education Required for Careers Related to Engineering Science
Some degrees associated with engineering science may require an advanced degree, while others may not even require a bachelor’s in the field. In general, the more advanced your degree the more career options will open up to you. However, there is significant time and money that needs to be invested into your education so weigh the pros and cons.
How much schooling do you really need to compete in today’s job market? People currently working in careers related to engineering science have obtained the following education levels.
Education Level | Percentage of Workers |
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Less than a High School Diploma | 0.6% |
High School Diploma - or the equivalent (for example, GED) | 0.3% |
Post-Secondary Certificate - awarded for training completed after high school (for example, in agriculture or natural resources, computer services, personal or culinary services, engineering technologies, healthcare, construction trades, mechanic and repair technologies, or precision production) | 1.9% |
Some College Courses | 1.4% |
Associate’s Degree (or other 2-year degree) | 2.7% |
Bachelor’s Degree | 60.0% |
Post-Baccalaureate Certificate - awarded for completion of an organized program of study; designed for people who have completed a Baccalaureate degree but do not meet the requirements of academic degrees carrying the title of Master. | 5.0% |
Master’s Degree | 17.6% |
Post-Master’s Certificate - awarded for completion of an organized program of study; designed for people who have completed a Master’s degree but do not meet the requirements of academic degrees at the doctoral level. | 1.7% |
First Professional Degree - awarded for completion of a program that: requires at least 2 years of college work before entrance into the program, includes a total of at least 6 academic years of work to complete, and provides all remaining academic requirements to begin practice in a profession. | 0.6% |
Doctoral Degree | 6.3% |
Post-Doctoral Training | 1.9% |
Online Engineering Science Programs
The following table lists the number of programs by degree level, along with how many schools offered online courses in the field.
Degree Level | Colleges Offering Programs | Colleges Offering Online Classes |
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Certificate (Less Than 1 Year) | 0 | 0 |
Certificate (1-2 years) | 1 | 0 |
Certificate (2-4 Years) | 0 | 0 |
Associate’s Degree | 23 | 0 |
Bachelor’s Degree | 2 | 0 |
Post-Baccalaureate | 0 | 0 |
Master’s Degree | 22 | 4 |
Post-Master’s | 1 | 0 |
Doctor’s Degree (Research) | 18 | 0 |
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) | 0 | 0 |
Doctor’s Degree (Other) | 0 | 0 |
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Majors Related to Engineering Science
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References
*The racial-ethnic minorities count is calculated by taking the total number of students and subtracting white students, international students, and students whose race/ethnicity was unknown. This number is then divided by the total number of students at the school to obtain the racial-ethnic minorities percentage.
- College Factual
- College Scorecard
- National Center for Education Statistics
- O*NET Online
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
- Usual Weekly Earnings of Wage and Salary Workers First Quarter 2020
- Image Credit: By Nicolás Pérez under License
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