Type of School While people generally refer to all institutions of higher education as “colleges,” there are actually several specific types of schools to choose from: University A cluster of colleges operating under a single administration. The engineering school is one of several specialty colleges. Universities often have a strong emphasis on research and offer […]

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Even though salary should not be the only reason to choose a career in engineering, it is an important consideration when looking for a specific job. Engineering graduates have the benefit of receiving the highest starting salary of any discipline. You can explore the websites below to get a sense of salary expectations. Bureau of […]

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Ever since a 1970s study by the National Science Foundation showed that minorities (with the exception of Asian Americans) were vastly underrepresented in engineering, the profession has made efforts to recruit minorities. Various programs now exist to acquaint minority students and their families and teachers with the field as well as to mentor and support […]

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Today, women comprise 19 percent of first-year engineering students. Women are attracted to engineering in growing numbers for the same reasons the field draws men: It promises challenging, interesting work and high pay. In recent years, universities and industries have increased their efforts to welcome women into engineering. For more information on women in engineering, […]

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Career Outlook More than 1.2 million engineers work in the United States today, making engineering the nation’s second-largest profession. According to a survey by the National Association of Colleges and Employers, engineering majors have the highest starting salaries of the graduating class of 2005. Salaries for chemical engineering graduates, who earn $53,639, are up 2.1% […]

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