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- School Code: 236000
- Phone: (507) 389-7200
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89%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
22:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
74FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$5,471Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
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Electrical Engineering Degree
The electrical engineering program at Minnesota State University – Mankato prepares students for careers in computer systems design, embedded systems design, distributed systems design, network systems design, wireless systems design, and more. The program focuses on mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development, and operational evaluation of electrical, electronic, and related communications systems. Program courses include: communication systems and their components, electrical power generation systems, superconductors, wave propagation, energy storage and retrieval, and reception and amplification. Get more details below including other Minnesota colleges that offer electrical engineering degrees.
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Minnesota State University – Mankato
1920 Lee Blvd, North Mankato, MN
Minnesota State University - Mankato provides a variety of educational opportunities for students to aid them in their growth and development. The school is located in Mankato, MN and publically funded. Minnesota State University - Mankato has a yearly student enrollment of approximately 15,000.
Areas of study offered at msu include but are not limited to:
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Education
- Security And Protective Services
- Biological And Biomedical Sciences
To be considered for admissions, applicants may be required to fill out an application, write a personal statement, and submit school transcripts, which are then studied by admissions staff. Most students accepted to msu score in-between 20 to 24 on the ACT. 89% of those students that apply are accepted to msu, of which 45% choose to attend. More information regarding admissions can be found here.
The cost of tuition varies for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state residents pay around $7,900 and out-of-state residents pay $16,000 for the year. Some students at Minnesota State University - Mankato may qualify for financial aid, which is generally provided as scholarships, grants, and loans.
The Minnesota State University - Mankato "Mavericks" have a number of intercollegiate athletic programs through participation in the NCAA. Athletic programs that are available may include:
- Baseball (NCAA Division II)
- Basketball (NCAA Division II)
- Track & Field (NCAA Division II)
Students who wish to see more about this school may take a look at their website at http://www.mnsu.edu.
Students Enrolled in the Electrical Engineering Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Minnesota State University – Mankato has offered the following academic levels for students:
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
Students by Academic Level (2019)
Graduates | |
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Bachelor's Degree | 17 |
Master's Degree | 7 |
Students by Gender (2019)
Graduates | |
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Male | 21 |
Female | 3 |
Students by Race (2019)
Graduates | |
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Black | 1 |
White | 11 |
Non Resident Alien | 12 |
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
Students who have completed the Electrical Engineering program at Minnesota State University – Mankato, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below: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
Aerospace Engineers
Description
Perform engineering duties in designing, constructing, and testing aircraft, missiles, and spacecraft. May conduct basic and applied research to evaluate adaptability of materials and equipment to aircraft design and manufacture. May recommend improvements in testing equipment and techniques.
Electrical Engineers
Description
Research, design, develop, test, or supervise the manufacturing and installation of electrical equipment, components, or systems for commercial, industrial, military, or scientific use.
Career Outlook & Projections (
)
According to the BLS, electrical engineers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 1.0% from 2014 to 2024
Salary & Wages
- Mankato-North Mankato, MN
- Total Employment: 60
- Average Hourly Rate: $41.37
- Average Annual Salary: $86050
Electronics Engineers, Except Computer
Description
Research, design, develop, or test electronic components and systems for commercial, industrial, military, or scientific use employing knowledge of electronic theory and materials properties. Design electronic circuits and components for use in fields such as telecommunications, aerospace guidance and propulsion control, acoustics, or instruments and controls.
Career Outlook & Projections (
)
According to the BLS, electronics engineers, except computer employment is expected to shrink at a rate of -1.4% from 2014 to 2024
Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Admission Requirements & Details
The admissions information below may provide a better idea of the candidates Minnesota State University – Mankato accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, Minnesota State University – Mankato may provide services to students including:- Online classes
- Remedial courses
- Career path counseling
- Student employment
- Helping students find work after graduation
Intercollegiate Athletics
Minnesota State University – Mankato is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division II with football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference)
- Basketball (Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference)
- Track and Field (Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference)
- Football (Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference)
- Golf
- Ice Hockey
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming and Diving
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- Wrestling