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Architectural Engineering at University of Southern Mississippi
If you are interested in studying Architectural Engineering, take a look at what University of Southern Mississippi. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Southern Mississippi is located in Hattiesburg, MS.
During the most recent reporting year, 29 architectural engineering degrees were granted at University of Southern Mississippi.
Studying Online at University of Southern Mississippi
Many students take online classes at University of Southern Mississippi. Of 13,170 students, 4,140 (31%) studied exclusively online and 5,550 (42%) took at least some classes online.
Architectural Engineering Rankings at University of Southern Mississippi
Use these rankings to compare University of Southern Mississippi’s Architectural Engineering program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Mississippi | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Mississippi | #1 of 1 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #2 of 14 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #11 of 39 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #14 of 14 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #34 of 39 |
Earnings for Architectural Engineering Graduates from University of Southern Mississippi
Graduates of University of Southern Mississippi’s Architectural Engineering program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $53,555 |
| 2 years | $52,107 |
| 3 years | $56,239 |
| 4 years | $66,725 |
| 5 years | $66,146 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Architectural Engineering graduates from University of Southern Mississippi take home a median $66,725, compared with $51,802 for all University of Southern Mississippi graduates — about 29% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Architectural Engineering graduates from University of Southern Mississippi comes in at $25,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the student demographics for Architectural Engineering graduates at University of Southern Mississippi, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Architectural Engineering graduates at University of Southern Mississippi are 41% women (12) and 59% men (17).
Architectural Engineering Bachelor’s Program at University of Southern Mississippi
Among the 29 bachelor’s architectural engineering graduates at University of Southern Mississippi, 41% were women (12) and 59% were men (17).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Architectural Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Southern Mississippi.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 13 |
| Black / African American | 10 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Minority students account for 52% of Architectural Engineering bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Southern Mississippi, higher than the national average of 32%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Architectural Engineering Concentrations at University of Southern Mississippi
The Architectural Engineering program at University of Southern Mississippi includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Architectural Engineering Technology | 29 |
Best-Paid Careers for Architectural Engineering Graduates
Those who complete Architectural Engineering program at University of Southern Mississippi pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the top-paying careers for Architectural Engineering majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other | $121,642 |
| Photonics Technicians | $106,964 |
| Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians | $86,216 |
| Architectural and Civil Drafters | $82,779 |
| Non-Destructive Testing Specialists | $57,631 |
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.