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Petroleum Engineering Degree
The petroleum engineering program at University of North Dakota 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 North Dakota colleges that offer petroleum engineering degrees.
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University of North Dakota
16 S Eighth St, Fargo, ND
University of North Dakota, a public institution, offers a large number of degree programs, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Grand Forks, ND, the school offers an urban setting for students to study in. Enrollment at UND is nearly 14,000 annually.
Students may select from many areas of study, including:
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Transportation And Materials Moving
- Psychology
- Legal Professions And Studies
- Liberal Arts And Sciences
- Biological And Biomedical Sciences
Students applying for admission are usually asked to submit an application, transcripts, standardized test scores and any requested application essays, which will then be reviewed by the admissions office. Most students accepted to UND score in-between 21 - 26 on the ACT exam. UND has an acceptance rate of 70% of which only 62% decided to enroll. More information regarding admissions can be found here.
Tuition & fees at UND are different for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state tuition costs approximately $7,800 per year with out-of-state tuition costing $18,000 per year. Students enrolled at University of North Dakota may qualify for aid which is typically loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.
The UND Sioux participate in several intercollegiate athletic programs, as part of the NCAA organization. Athletic programs available include:
- Baseball (NCAA Division I-AA)
- Basketball (NCAA Division I-AA)
- Track & Field (NCAA Division I-AA)
For a complete list of areas of study, programs, enrollment information, admissions information, and more, please visit the school's website at http://und.edu.
Students Enrolled in the Petroleum Engineering Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. University of North Dakota has offered the following program levels for students:
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
- Doctorate Degree
Students by Academic Level (2019)
Graduates | |
---|---|
Bachelor's Degree | 33 |
Master's Degree | 10 |
Doctorate Degree | 2 |
Students by Gender (2019)
Graduates | |
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Male | 41 |
Female | 4 |
Students by Race (2019)
Graduates | |
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Asian | 1 |
Black | 6 |
Hispanic | 1 |
White | 21 |
Non Resident Alien | 15 |
Unknown | 1 |
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 Petroleum Engineering program at University of North Dakota, 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
Salary & Wages
- Fargo, ND-MN
- Total Employment: 90
- Average Hourly Rate: $54.21
- Average Annual Salary: $112750
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).
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may give you an idea of the candidates University of North Dakota accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, University of North Dakota may provide services to students like:- Online classes
- Weekend and night classes available
- Remedial instructional courses
- Academic counseling for students
- Work study style employment
- Helping students find work after graduation
- Day care
Intercollegiate Athletics
University of North Dakota is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division I-FCS classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Basketball (The Summit League)
- Track and Field (The Summit League)
- Football (Independent Midwest Region)
- Golf
- Ice Hockey
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Volleyball