Petroleum Engineering Degree

The petroleum engineering program at Stanford University prepares students for careers at major oil companies, independent oil exploration, and production and service companies. The program focuses on mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development, and operational evaluation for locating, extracting, and processing and refining crude petroleum and natural gas. Program courses include: prospecting instruments and equipment, mining and drilling systems, processing and refining systems and facilities, storage facilities, storage facilities, transportation systems and environmental and safety systems. Get more details below including other colleges that offer petroleum engineering degrees.

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Stanford University (UVI)

2 John Brewers Bay, Charlotte Amalie, VI

Stanford University provides a variety of degree programs for students to assist them in their growth and development. The school is located in Stanford, California and operated as a private institution. Stanford University has an annual student enrollment of approximately nineteen thousand.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs Stanford University offers:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Engineering
• Legal Professions And Studies
• Interdisciplinary Studies
• Engineering Technology
• Computer And Information Sciences

The admissions process starts with the submission of an application, transcripts, and test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions staff. Most common scores among applicants accepted to this school are within the range of 30 to 34 for the ACT exam, or 2040 to 2330 on the SAT. Admission to Stanford University is considered highly competitive, with only 7 percent of applicants being admitted each year. More information regarding admissions can be found here.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is close to $46,000, but may change per year. Students are encouraged to use the school's net price calculator to better estimate their cost of attending this school. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the required requirements.

Stanford University offers several athletic programs overseen by the NCAA. Athletic programs offered include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division I-A)
• Basketball (NCAA Division I-A)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division I-A)
• Fencing (NCAA Division I-A)

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

Students Enrolled in the Petroleum Engineering Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Stanford University has offered the following program levels for students:

• Master's Degree
• Post-Masters Certificate
• Doctorate Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

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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

Petroleum Engineers

Description

Devise methods to improve oil and gas extraction and production and determine the need for new or modified tool designs. Oversee drilling and offer technical advice.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, petroleum engineers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 9.8% from 2014 to 2024

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).