by our College Data Analytics TeamWe've pulled together some essential information you should know about the program, including how many students graduate each year, the ethnic diversity of these students, average starting salaries, and more. Also, learn how UMCP ranks among other schools offering degrees in ae.
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The bachelor's program at UMCP was ranked #6 on College Factual's Best Schools for ae list. It is also ranked #1 in Maryland.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, University of Maryland - College Park handed out 125 bachelor's degrees in agricultural engineering. This is an increase of 7% over the previous year when 117 degrees were handed out.
AE majors who earn their bachelor's degree from UMCP go on to jobs where they make a median salary of $60,946 a year. This is higher than $59,306, which is the national median for all ae bachelor's degree recipients.
While getting their bachelor's degree at UMCP, ae students borrow a median amount of $22,500 in student loans. This is not too bad considering that the median debt load of all ae bachelor's degree recipients across the country is $23,239.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the ae majors at University of Maryland - College Park.
The ae program at UMCP awarded 125 bachelor's degrees in 2020-2021. About 45% of these degrees went to men with the other 55% going to women.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of Maryland - College Park with a bachelor's in ae.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 31 |
| Black or African American | 10 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 9 |
| White | 62 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 3 |
| Other Races | 10 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Engineering | 381 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 374 |
| Electrical Engineering | 239 |
| Aerospace & Aeronautical Engineering | 187 |
| Civil Engineering | 168 |
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