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Electronics Engineering at Purdue University Fort Wayne
What traits are you looking for in a school for Electronics Engineering, consider the program at Purdue University Fort Wayne. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Purdue University Fort Wayne sits in Fort Wayne, IN.
During the most recent reporting year, 28 electronics engineering degrees were granted at Purdue University Fort Wayne.
Studying Online at Purdue University Fort Wayne
Distance learning is available at Purdue University Fort Wayne. Of 7,206 students, 584 (8%) studied exclusively online and 2,845 (39%) took at least some classes online.
Electronics Engineering Rankings at Purdue University Fort Wayne
Rankings can help you compare Purdue University Fort Wayne’s Electronics Engineering program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Indiana | #5 of 7 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Indiana | #7 of 7 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #25 of 38 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #26 of 39 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #97 of 168 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #122 of 167 |
Associate-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Indiana | #5 of 7 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Indiana | #7 of 7 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #25 of 38 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #26 of 39 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #97 of 168 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #122 of 167 |
Earnings for Electronics Engineering Graduates from Purdue University Fort Wayne
Graduates of Purdue University Fort Wayne’s Electronics Engineering program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $59,593 |
| 2 years | $54,254 |
| 4 years | $74,582 |
| 5 years | $85,325 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Electronics Engineering graduates from Purdue University Fort Wayne take home a median $74,582, compared with $53,873 for all Purdue University Fort Wayne graduates — about 38% higher than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the student demographics for Electronics Engineering graduates at Purdue University Fort Wayne, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Electronics Engineering graduates at Purdue University Fort Wayne are 7% women (2) and 93% men (26).
Electronics Engineering Associate’s Program at Purdue University Fort Wayne
Of the 13 associate’s electronics engineering graduates at Purdue University Fort Wayne, 15% were women (2) and 85% were men (11).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Electronics Engineering associate’s degree recipients at Purdue University Fort Wayne.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 8 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 3 |
| Asian | 1 |
Minority students account for 38% of Electronics Engineering associate’s degree recipients at Purdue University Fort Wayne, lower than the national average of 39%.*
Electronics Engineering Bachelor’s Program at Purdue University Fort Wayne
Of the 15 bachelor’s electronics engineering graduates at Purdue University Fort Wayne, 0% were women (0) and 100% were men (15).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Electronics Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at Purdue University Fort Wayne.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 9 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 40% of Electronics Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at Purdue University Fort Wayne, lower than the national average of 46%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Electronics Engineering Concentrations at Purdue University Fort Wayne
This Electronics Engineering program at Purdue University Fort Wayne includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Electronics Engineering Technology | 28 |
Best-Paid Careers for Electronics Engineering Graduates
Students who finish Electronics Engineering program at Purdue University Fort Wayne work across a variety of fields. Here are the top-paying careers for Electronics Engineering graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians | $134,632 |
| Robotics Technicians | $131,252 |
| Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other | $121,642 |
| Electrical and Electronics Drafters | $109,781 |
| Photonics Technicians | $106,964 |
| Calibration Technologists and Technicians | $92,586 |
| Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Powerhouse, Substation, and Relay | $89,975 |
| Aerospace Engineering and Operations Technologists and Technicians | $77,835 |
| Sound Engineering Technicians | $66,427 |
| Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians | $61,455 |
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.