Differences in starting salary among different engineering majors

UCLA_Band_Mom
Fri, 25 Jul 2008 21:54:48 +0000

It’s closer to 12k, with petroleum being the highest and environmental being the lowest.



The type of industry that you work in is a big factor in determining starting salary, no matter what type of enginner you are. For example, Aerospace Companies hire not only aerospace and mechanical engineers, but also chemical process, materials & process, facilities, electrical, computer and environmental engineers. All are on the same pay schedule with respect to engineering rank and promotion.