by our College Data Analytics TeamHere, you'll find out more about the major, including such details as the number of graduates, what degree levels are offered, ethnicity of students, and more. Also, learn how Purdue ranks among other schools offering degrees in construction engineering.
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Purdue was ranked #6 on College Factual's most recent list of the best schools for construction engineering majors. This puts the bachelor's program at the school solidly in the top 15% of all colleges and universities in the country. It is also ranked #1 in Indiana.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, Purdue University - Main Campus handed out 37 bachelor's degrees in construction engineering. This is an increase of 28% over the previous year when 29 degrees were handed out.
While getting their bachelor's degree at Purdue, construction engineering students borrow a median amount of $24,250 in student loans. This is not too bad considering that the median debt load of all construction engineering bachelor's degree recipients across the country is $25,304.
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Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the construction engineering majors at Purdue University - Main Campus.
Of the 37 construction engineering students who graduated with a bachelor's degree in 2020-2021 from Purdue, about 78% were men and 22% were women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 76% of 2021 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Purdue University - Main Campus with a bachelor's in construction engineering.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 1 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 4 |
| White | 28 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 1 |
| Other Races | 3 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Mechanical Engineering | 582 |
| Aerospace & Aeronautical Engineering | 426 |
| Industrial Engineering | 369 |
| Electrical Engineering | 366 |
| Civil Engineering | 273 |
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