by our College Data Analytics TeamIn the latest year, 110 U.S. colleges awarded 3,344 degrees and certificates in Other Engineering. Master’s degrees are the most popular award, at 65% of graduates. College Factual ranks 49 schools in its 2027 Best Other Engineering Schools ranking and compares their cost in a Best Value ranking. Graduates earn a median $88,142 one year after completing, rising to $115,150 after four years.
Engineering is a large field that allows students to choose a variety of very specialized areas.
Broad areas of engineering include civil, chemical, electrical, and mechanical engineering. Within these broads sections are more specialized areas from agricultural and socioeconomic engineering to geospatial and environmental engineering. With the many different schools and programs available to you, you will be able to hone in on your area of interest and major in any number of specific engineering fields.
While classes vary depending your chosen area of interest, some engineering classes are similar. Topics covered in all areas of engineering include applied mathematics, computer science, computer-aided design, physics, and statistics. As you become more specialized, you will take advanced and very specific courses.
A degree in Other Engineering explores Engineering, Other.
Source: IPEDS 2025; College Scorecard July 2026; BLS; O*NET; College Factual rankings 2027. Data as of: July 2026.
In the U.S., other engineering is a widely-pursued major, with 3,344 degrees awarded annually. 110 colleges award other engineering degrees, an average of 30 graduates per school; the largest program awarded 663.
By level, the 3,344 awards include 181 certificates, 15 associate degrees, 754 bachelor’s degrees, 2,172 master’s degrees and 222 doctorates.
Women earned 34% of other engineering degrees and certificates in the latest year (1,129 of 3,344). The largest groups of graduates by race and ethnicity are White (1,238) and Asian (293), and international students earned 1,282.
College Factual ranks 49 schools in its 2027 Best Other Engineering Schools ranking, including 18 for bachelor’s degrees, 32 for master’s degrees and 7 for doctorates. It also ranks other engineering schools within 20 states. In all, 110 colleges offer other engineering programs; compare them by degree level below or in the Best Value Other Engineering Colleges ranking, which weighs quality against cost.
The most common other engineering credential is the master’s degree: 2,172 of the 3,344 awarded in the latest year. Jobs related to other engineering call most for Reading Comprehension, Critical Thinking and Speaking, and for knowledge of Engineering and Technology, Mathematics and Design, according to O*NET. The most important abilities are Written Comprehension, Oral Expression and Deductive Reasoning.
Any specialization in engineering requires students to have a strong background in mathematics and science. Professionals are constantly employing math and science principles when creating designs for structures or machines. Strong critical and analytical skills are also important for designing projects to solve problems or when troubleshooting technical errors that may be found in original plans. Leadership skills will help students work in a team when participating in large projects with other engineering or professionals in a different field.
Engineers often work full time in an office setting. Depending on the area of expertise you plan to pursue, you may spend more time in the field observing and overseeing projects. Since many projects are often done under a contract, professionals may have to work long hours to meet a deadline.
Levels of education and required certifications vary depending on your area of specialization. However, it is common for engineering majors to pursue an advanced degree as in can lead to a job with higher responsibility and potentially a higher salary.
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How long an other engineering degree takes:
| Degree | Typical Program Length | Graduates Annually |
|---|---|---|
| Certificate | Varies | 181 |
| Associate Degree | 2 years | 15 |
| Bachelor’s Degree | 4 years | 754 |
| Master’s Degree | 1-3 years | 2,172 |
| Doctorate | At least 4 years | 222 |
Bachelor’s degree is the most common level of education among workers in jobs related to other engineering, at 34.6%.
| Level of Education | Percentage of Workers |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s degree | 34.6% |
| Doctoral degree | 28.2% |
| Master’s degree | 11.1% |
| Post-doctoral training | 7.3% |
| Post-master’s certificate | 6.8% |
| Post-baccalaureate certificate | 3.4% |
| Associate’s degree (or other 2-year) | 2.9% |
| Postsecondary certificate | 1.9% |
| Some college courses | 1.5% |
| First professional degree | 1.4% |
| High school diploma or equivalent | 0.6% |
| Less than a high school diploma | 0.2% |
Source: O*NET Online.
14 occupations are related to Other Engineering, with an average median salary of $96,792; the strongest outlook belongs to Solar Energy Systems Engineers, at 14.5% projected job growth. Typical job titles include Engineer, Machine Design Teacher, Electrical Engineering Lecturer and Engineering Faculty Member.
Depending on the type of career you wish to pursue, job locations and work environments differ. However, engineers work in a variety of industries allowing you to go into any number of career fields.
Engineers are in constant demand as technology, building styles, and societal needs change. While some areas are growing at an extremely fast rate, others are maintaining an average rate. Spend some time exploring your field of interest and gain work experience to make yourself more attractive to employers. This means graduates of a variety of engineering specialties should be able to find a job after graduation. Salaries will vary depending on your speciality.
The occupation related to other engineering with the most projected jobs is Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary, at 1,297,204.
| Occupation | Projected Jobs | Expected Growth |
|---|---|---|
| Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary | 1,297,204 | -2.0% |
| Biofuels/Biodiesel Technology and Product Development Managers | 440,884 | 8.0% |
| Nanosystems Engineers | 358,781 | -2.9% |
| Wind Energy Engineers | 353,305 | 12.7% |
| Fire-Prevention and Protection Engineers | 334,450 | -0.8% |
| Engineers, All Other | 292,948 | -4.3% |
| Solar Energy Systems Engineers | 266,797 | 14.5% |
| Energy Engineers, Except Wind and Solar | 227,778 | 6.7% |
Other Engineering graduates earn a median $88,142 one year after completing their program, $115,150 after four years and $111,923 after five years, according to the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
| Years Out | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $88,142 |
| 4 years | $115,150 |
| 5 years | $111,923 |
Source: College Scorecard.
The highest-paying occupation related to other engineering is Engineers, All Other, with a median salary of $136,628.
| Occupation | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| Engineers, All Other | $136,628 |
| Fire-Prevention and Protection Engineers | $122,967 |
| Health and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers and Inspectors | $122,201 |
| Solar Energy Systems Engineers | $116,775 |
| Mechatronics Engineers | $115,569 |
| Microsystems Engineers | $104,558 |
| Architectural and Engineering Managers | $101,277 |
| Wind Energy Engineers | $98,460 |
Other Engineering includes 1 concentration; by graduates, the largest is Engineering, Other (3,344). It has 40 similar majors in the Engineering field, which together award 199,691 degrees a year; the largest are Mechanical Engineering (43,874), Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering (27,513) and Computer Engineering (21,335). Browse all Engineering majors or the full list of college majors.
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Engineering, Other | 3,344 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Mechanical Engineering | 43,874 |
| Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering | 27,513 |
| Computer Engineering | 21,335 |
| Civil Engineering | 19,856 |
| Engineering, General | 14,789 |
| Biomedical/Medical Engineering | 14,592 |
| Chemical Engineering | 10,559 |
| Aerospace, Aeronautical, and Astronautical/Space Engineering | 10,170 |
| Industrial Engineering | 8,023 |
| Systems Engineering | 4,489 |
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