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. We've also included details on how WPI ranks compared to other colleges offering a major in ie.
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The bachelor's program at WPI was ranked #43 on College Factual's Best Schools for ie list. It is also ranked #3 in Massachusetts.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, Worcester Polytechnic Institute handed out 27 bachelor's degrees in industrial engineering. This is a decrease of 10% over the previous year when 30 degrees were handed out.
The median salary of ie students who receive their bachelor's degree at WPI is $72,720. This is great news for graduates of the program, since this figure is higher than the national average of $66,838 for all ie bachelor's degree recipients.
While getting their bachelor's degree at WPI, ie students borrow a median amount of $26,254 in student loans. This is higher than the the typical median of $24,658 for all ie majors across the country.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the ie majors at Worcester Polytechnic Institute.
Of the 27 students who earned a bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering from WPI in 2020-2021, 67% were men and 33% were women.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Worcester Polytechnic Institute with a bachelor's in ie.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 4 |
| White | 11 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 10 |
| Other Races | 2 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Mechanical Engineering | 315 |
| Robotics Engineering | 192 |
| Electrical Engineering | 177 |
| Biomedical Engineering | 120 |
| Aerospace & Aeronautical Engineering | 85 |
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