Engineering Program

The engineering program at Franklin W. Olin College of Engineering prepares students for careers in biomedical engineering, civil and environmental engineering, chemical engineering, electrical and computer engineering, geological and mining engineering and sciences, materials science and engineering, mechanical engineering, and more. The program focuses on mathematical and scientific principles to solve a wide variety of practical problems in industry, social organization, public works, and commerce. Program courses include: engineering physics and analysis, dynamics, fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, design, materials engineering, and mechatronics. Get more details below including other California colleges that offer engineering program.

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Franklin W. Olin College of Engineering

Also known as Olin College of Engineering

One University Dr, Camarillo, CA

Franklin W. Olin College of Engineering is located in Needham, Massachusetts and is a nonprofit private institution that assists students to meet their goals. The higher teacher/student ratio and access to faculty and teachers are due primarily to the smaller enrollment, about 350 students, maintained by Olin College.

Areas of study available at Franklin W. Olin College of Engineering include but are not limited to:

• Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering

Students applying for admission are usually asked to submit an application, transcripts, records, standardized test scores and any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by the school. Most common exam scores among applicants admitted to this school are within the range of 32 to 34 on the ACT, or 2078 to 2296 on the SAT exam. Only 16 percent of applicants are admitted to the school due to the large number of applicants for the limited enrollment spaces available. More information regarding admissions can be found at olin.edu.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is approximately $44,000, but may change per year. Students are encouraged to visit the school's tuition calculator to better understand their cost of attending this school. Housing may be available for students that want to live on-campus at an estimated cost of $9,700 each year. Some students at Olin College may be eligible for financial aid, which is typically provided as grants or student loans.

Students may visit the school's http://www.olin.edu to view additional information.

Students Enrolled in the Engineering Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Franklin W. Olin College of Engineering offers a bachelor's degree program in engineering.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Architectural and Engineering Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as architecture and engineering or research and development in these fields.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, architectural and engineering managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 2.0% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Oxnard-Thousand Oaks-Ventura, CA
  • Total Employment: 630
  • Average Hourly Rate: $70.61
  • Average Annual Salary: $146870

Energy Engineers

Description

Design, develop, or evaluate energy-related projects or programs to reduce energy costs or improve energy efficiency during the designing, building, or remodeling stages of construction. May specialize in electrical systems; heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning (HVAC) systems; green buildings; lighting; air quality; or energy procurement.

Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses pertaining to the application of physical laws and principles of engineering for the development of machines, materials, instruments, processes, and services. Includes teachers of subjects such as chemical, civil, electrical, industrial, mechanical, mineral, and petroleum engineering. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).