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Engineering-Related Fields at University of South Carolina-Upstate
If you are interested in studying Engineering-Related Fields, you may want to check out the program at University of South Carolina-Upstate. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of South Carolina-Upstate sits in Spartanburg, SC.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 12 engineering-related fields graduations were recorded at University of South Carolina-Upstate.
Studying Online at University of South Carolina-Upstate
Distance learning is available at University of South Carolina-Upstate. Among 4,916 students, 1,163 (24%) studied exclusively online and 3,016 (61%) took at least some classes online.
Engineering-Related Fields Rankings at University of South Carolina-Upstate
Use these rankings to compare University of South Carolina-Upstate’s Engineering-Related Fields program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | South Carolina | #1 of 3 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | South Carolina | #3 of 3 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #11 of 24 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #22 of 24 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #45 of 127 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #120 of 129 |
Earnings for Engineering-Related Fields Graduates from University of South Carolina-Upstate
Students who complete University of South Carolina-Upstate’s Engineering-Related Fields program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $60,614 |
| 2 years | $59,124 |
| 3 years | $70,562 |
| 4 years | $74,244 |
| 5 years | $85,996 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Engineering-Related Fields graduates from University of South Carolina-Upstate take home a median $74,244, compared with $47,560 for all University of South Carolina-Upstate graduates — about 56% higher than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of Engineering-Related Fields graduates at University of South Carolina-Upstate, by degree type.
Program-wide, Engineering-Related Fields graduates at University of South Carolina-Upstate are 33% women (4) and 67% men (8).
Engineering-Related Fields Bachelor’s Program at University of South Carolina-Upstate
Of the 12 bachelor’s engineering-related fields degrees awarded at University of South Carolina-Upstate, 33% were women (4) and 67% were men (8).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Engineering-Related Fields bachelor’s degree recipients at University of South Carolina-Upstate.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 8 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
Minority students account for 33% of Engineering-Related Fields bachelor’s degree recipients at University of South Carolina-Upstate, above the national average of 27%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Engineering-Related Fields Concentrations at University of South Carolina-Upstate
The Engineering-Related Fields program at University of South Carolina-Upstate includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Industrial & Management Engineering | 12 |
Top-Paying Careers for Engineering-Related Fields Graduates
Graduates of the Engineering-Related Fields program at University of South Carolina-Upstate pursue many career paths. Here are the top-paying careers for Engineering-Related Fields graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other | $121,642 |
| Photonics Technicians | $106,964 |
| Nanotechnology Engineering Technologists and Technicians | $88,689 |
| Non-Destructive Testing Specialists | $57,631 |
| Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians | $50,036 |
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.