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Electronics Engineering at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale
If you plan to study Electronics Engineering, consider the program at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Southern Illinois University-Carbondale is located in Carbondale, IL.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 12 electronics engineering graduations were recorded at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale.
Studying Online at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale
Distance learning is available at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale. Among 11,790 students, 2,272 (19%) studied exclusively online and 3,360 (28%) took at least some classes online.
Electronics Engineering Rankings at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale
Use these rankings to compare Southern Illinois University-Carbondale’s Electronics Engineering program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #1 of 6 |
| Best Value | Illinois | #4 of 6 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #15 of 38 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #35 of 39 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #65 of 168 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #151 of 167 |
Earnings for Electronics Engineering Graduates from Southern Illinois University-Carbondale
Students who complete Southern Illinois University-Carbondale’s Electronics 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 | $63,059 |
| 2 years | $50,465 |
| 4 years | $60,537 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, Electronics Engineering graduates from Southern Illinois University-Carbondale report median earnings of $60,537, compared with $58,303 for all Southern Illinois University-Carbondale graduates — about 4% higher than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for Electronics Engineering graduates at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Electronics Engineering graduates at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale are 0% women (0) and 100% men (12).
Electronics Engineering Bachelor’s Program at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale
Of the 12 bachelor’s electronics engineering degrees awarded at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale, 0% were women (0) and 100% were men (12).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Electronics Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 9 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 1 |
Minority students account for 25% of Electronics Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale, below 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 Southern Illinois University-Carbondale
The Electronics Engineering program at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Electronics Engineering Technology | 7 |
| Other Electrical Engineering | 5 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Electronics Engineering Graduates
Those who complete Electronics Engineering program at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale go on to a range of careers. Here are the top-paying careers for Electronics Engineering majors, 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.