Industrial Engineering
Program Availability
Schools Offering
3
5 total including inactive
States
2
Across 2 states
Graduates (2024)
22
Total completions
Industrial Engineering is offered as a associate and certificate program at schools across 2 states, making it a solid trade program. The most popular states are Texas and Wisconsin.
Career & Cost Overview
Median Salary
$167,740
Architectural and Engineering Managers
Job Growth
+3.8%
10-year projected growth
Median Tuition
$3,720
In-state annual rate
Graduates typically pursue careers as Architectural and Engineering Managers. In-state tuition ranges from $2,784 to $4,856, and the work is primarily indoor with moderate physical demands — suited for analytical thinkers who enjoy problem-solving.
Graduate Demographics
Gender Distribution
Degree Level Distribution
Is This Career Right for You?
Is This Career Right for You?
Interest Profile (Holland Codes)
leading, influencing, and persuading others; organizing, systematizing, and working with data; research, analysis, and problem-solving
What does this mean? ▼
This career is best suited for people who enjoy:
- Leadership roles
- Sales
- Organization
- Data management
- Conducting research
- Solving complex problems
Ideal Candidate Profile
👤 Personality Traits
💡 Interests
⭐ Work Values
❓ Ask Yourself These Questions
Do you enjoy leading, influencing, and persuading others; organizing, systematizing, and working with data; research, analysis, and problem-solving?
Are you comfortable working indoor with moderate physical demands?
Do you enjoy collaborating with team members?
Do you value writing?
Are you willing to develop the technical skills required for this field?
✓ This Career May Be Great For You If:
- • Analytical thinkers who enjoy problem-solving
- • Natural leaders who enjoy persuading and influencing
- • Detail-oriented individuals who value organization
⚠ Consider These Challenges:
- • Those who prefer routine tasks
- • Those who avoid public speaking or sales
- • Those who dislike repetitive tasks
Note: This assessment is based on typical requirements and characteristics for careers in this field. Individual experiences may vary. Consider your own interests, values, and goals when making career decisions.
Where Can You Study Industrial Engineering?
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