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Engineering Technology at Western Illinois University
If you are interested in studying Engineering Technology, take a look at what Western Illinois University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Western Illinois University sits in Macomb, IL.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 13 engineering technology graduations were recorded at Western Illinois University.
Online & Distance Learning at Western Illinois University
Online coursework is an option at Western Illinois University. Among 6,332 students, 1,607 (25%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 2,917 (46%) took at least some classes online.
Engineering Technology Rankings at Western Illinois University
Rankings can help you compare Western Illinois University’s Engineering Technology program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Illinois | #1 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #3 of 4 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #5 of 15 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #10 of 15 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #46 of 97 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #65 of 96 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for Engineering Technology graduates at Western Illinois University, by degree type.
Program-wide, Engineering Technology graduates at Western Illinois University are 23% women (3) and 77% men (10).
Engineering Technology Bachelor’s Program at Western Illinois University
Of the 13 bachelor’s engineering technology degrees awarded at Western Illinois University, 23% were women (3) and 77% were men (10).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Engineering Technology bachelor’s degree recipients at Western Illinois University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 9 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 15% of Engineering Technology bachelor’s degree recipients at Western Illinois University, below the national average of 37%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
Top-Paying Careers for Engineering Technology Graduates
Those who complete Engineering Technology program at Western Illinois University pursue many career paths. Here are the best-paid careers for Engineering Technology graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians | $134,632 |
| Robotics Technicians | $131,252 |
| Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians | $86,216 |
| Aerospace Engineering and Operations Technologists and Technicians | $77,835 |
| 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.